Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V051000 Reported February 21, 1979

Wheels:multiple:disc:spider

International Truck & Engine Corporation · Wheels · 9,700 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V051000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Wheels
Vehicles Affected
9,700
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 21, 1979

Defect Summary

A casting deficiency may allow wheels to develop cracks in the spokes between the hub cap mounting area and the rim clamp pocket. Continued usage can lead to the disengaging of the rim and tire from the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Wheels with casting defects will be replaced at no charge.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 79V051000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 79V051000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 79V051000?

NHTSA recall 79V051000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on February 21, 1979. It addresses: Wheels:multiple:disc:spider. The recall affects approximately 9,700 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V051000 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.