Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V193000 Reported May 21, 2003

International/arvinmeritor/skf/front axle hubs

International Truck & Engine Corporation · Suspension · 2,163 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V193000
Manufacturer Campaign
03510
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
2,163
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 21, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain heavy and medium duty trucks and buses 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. owner notification began on november 12, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

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 International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 03V193000 or campaign 03510.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
View Official NHTSA Notice →
Related

Similar Recalls

Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving Suspension.

FAQ: Recall 03V193000

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

What is recall 03V193000?

NHTSA recall 03V193000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on May 21, 2003. It addresses: International/arvinmeritor/skf/front axle hubs. The recall affects approximately 2,163 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V193000 or the manufacturer campaign number 03510. 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.