Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V125000 Reported April 1, 2003

Paccar/arvinmeritor/skf/front axle hubs

Paccar Incorporated · Suspension · 154 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V125000
Manufacturer Campaign
303-A/03KW2
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
154
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 1, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.

Safety Consequence

Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. notification began july 16, 2003. the manufacturer has advised us that parts will not be available until september 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy with a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 03V125000 or campaign 303-A/03KW2.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V125000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03V125000?

NHTSA recall 03V125000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on April 1, 2003. It addresses: Paccar/arvinmeritor/skf/front axle hubs. The recall affects approximately 154 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V125000 or the manufacturer campaign number 303-A/03KW2. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.