NHTSA Recall 05V131000: Driveshaft (power train)
IC CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 949 vehicles. It affects 2003–2006 Ic Re.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V131000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05508 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | March 30, 2005 |
| Owner notification | August 5, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain 2003, 2005, and 2006 my ic corporation re school and commercial buses manufactured between january 29, 2003, and march 9, 2005. There can be metal to metal interference at the driveline u-joint. This interference can loosen the axle strap or cause the strap or strap bolts to break because of fatigue stresses, causing the driveshaft to separate from the axle yoke.
Safety risk
If the driveshaft separates from the vehicle, it could come in contact with other vehicles on or near the roadway, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Ic corporation will notify its customers and will repair the vehicle free of charge. The recall began on august 5, 2005. Owners may contact international at 260-461-1924.
Notes
Ic recall no. 05508.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V131000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.