Rear drive axles may have insufficient lubricant
Defect Summary
Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016 international paystar trucks manufactured january 19, 2015, to january 20, 2015, and 2016 international workstar trucks manufactured on january 19, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with meritor mt-40-14x rear drive axles that may circulate an inadequate amount of lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly.
Safety Consequence
Without adequate lubrication to the wheel end hub assembly, the bearings may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Navistar has already repaired the affected vehicles, free of charge. the recall was completed in april 2015. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Motors, Llc or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 15V254000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V254000?
NHTSA recall 15V254000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on April 29, 2015. It addresses: Rear drive axles may have insufficient lubricant. 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 15V254000 or the manufacturer campaign number N/A. 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.