Arvinmeritor/interaxle driveline separation
Defect Summary
Certain arvinmeritor model 17n and 18n interaxle drivelines manufactured between may 1 and october 14, 2004. the bolt holes located on the earwork of the male shaft yokes were manufactured with an oversized minor thread diameter. this condition allows the bolts used in the holes to become detached which, in turn, could result in a driveline separation.
Safety Consequence
Driveline separation could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal or death.
Corrective Action
Arvinmeritor will notify its customers and replace the male shaft yokes free of charge. the recall began february 8, 2005. 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 arvinmeritor at
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Meritor, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 04E087000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04E087000?
NHTSA recall 04E087000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on November 26, 2004. It addresses: Arvinmeritor/interaxle driveline separation. The recall affects approximately 3,393 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Meritor, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E087000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.