Rear axle wheel ends
Defect Summary
On certain trucks the rear hub bearings may have been incorrectly adjusted.
Safety Consequence
The rear axle wheel ends with excessive bearing preload adjustment will overheat and may cause a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will check the rear wheel end installation to verity bearing adjustment and repair trucks with damaged bearings. the recall began on april 7, 2005 owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Freightliner Llc or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 05V125000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V125000?
NHTSA recall 05V125000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on March 30, 2005. It addresses: Rear axle wheel ends. The recall affects approximately 1,564 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V125000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-442. 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.