International/drive shaft
Defect Summary
On certain 4x4 vehicles equipped with a fabco tc-200 transfer case, an excessive front drive shaft angle may cause accelerated wear and failure of the drive shaft and related components.
Safety Consequence
This failure can cause the front drive shaft to become separated from the vehicle without warning and fall into the path of other vehicles on the highway resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the existing front drive shaft with a double-cardan type shaft. the owners will be notified beginning on february 28, 2005, concerning the final remedy for these vehicles. owners should contact international truck at 1-800-448-7825. interim notices were mailed to owners during december 2003. an additional interim notice was mailed to owners during july 2004, advising owners of the repair procedures but no parts will be available until december 2004.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 03V415000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V415000?
NHTSA recall 03V415000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on October 22, 2003. It addresses: International/drive shaft. The recall affects approximately 596 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V415000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05501. 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.