Safety Recall NHTSA · 87V189000 Reported December 14, 1987

Suspension:single axle:rear:non-power axle:bearing

Paccar Incorporated · Suspension · 577 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
87V189000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
577
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 14, 1987

Defect Summary

Trucks may have been equipped with incorrect rear inner wheel bearings which could damage the bearing axle spindle.

Safety Consequence

Premature failure of spindle may occur, which couldresult in wheel and tire separation from the vehicle; steering control may belost and a crash could result.

Corrective Action

Replace rear bearings and axle spindle as necessary.

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 Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 87V189000 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 87V189000

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

What is recall 87V189000?

NHTSA recall 87V189000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on December 14, 1987. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:non-power axle:bearing. The recall affects approximately 577 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 87V189000 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.