Navistar/drive line
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with spicer spl170 55mm center bering package. the end yoke retaining nut can loosen.
Safety Consequence
If this condition occurs, the drive line can vibrate and separate from the vehicle, causing vehicular damage, or personal injury, or both.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the 55mm center bearing package and coupler shaft, and replace it with a new coupler shaft and a 60mm center bearing package. an interim remedy can be implemented by placing a spot weld on the coupling shaft threads until parts are available.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 98V290000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V290000?
NHTSA recall 98V290000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on November 9, 1998. It addresses: Navistar/drive line. The recall affects approximately 5,487 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V290000 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.