Rear drive axle spindle/arvinmeritor
Defect Summary
On certain heavy duty truck/tractors equipped with arvinmeritor series 145 and 160 rear drive axles. the suspect rear drive axle's spindles may have been incorrectly heat treated. such a condition lessens the overall structural integrity of the spindles and could result in its fracture.
Safety Consequence
If a spindle fractures while the vehicle is in motion, it may cause wheel separation, which could, without warning result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the suspect vehicles and if the spindles are found to have certain date codes, the axle will be replaced. the recall began on october 7, 2005. owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Motors, Llc or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 05V449000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V449000?
NHTSA recall 05V449000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on October 4, 2005. It addresses: Rear drive axle spindle/arvinmeritor. The recall affects approximately 4 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V449000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05520. 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.