Navistar/rear axle
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses and heavy duty trucks equipped with rear axle assemblies produced by dana spicer. certain rear axle assemblies were improperly heat treated which could allow pinion breakage at the pinion threads.
Safety Consequence
Cracks can initiate and result in separation of the threaded end of the pinion resulting in separation of the yoke and drive line from the rear axle increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear axle carrier/pinion assembly.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 96V240000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 96V240000?
NHTSA recall 96V240000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on November 27, 1996. It addresses: Navistar/rear axle. The recall affects approximately 233 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 96V240000 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.