Rear drive axle spindle failure
Defect Summary
Certain arvinmeritor series 145 and 160 rear drive axles for use on heavy trucks manufactured and shipped to customers between june 4 and june 13, 2005. some of the spindles were overheated during the heat treat process which could result in a fracture of the spindle.
Safety Consequence
To be determined.
Corrective Action
Owners will be notified by the vehicle manufacturers and will be instructed to contact arvinmeritor or the vehicle manufacturer to have their vehicles repaired free of charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Meritor, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 05E053000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05E053000?
NHTSA recall 05E053000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on August 29, 2005. It addresses: Rear drive axle spindle failure. The recall affects approximately 1,401 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 05E053000 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.