NHTSA Recall 05V445000: Axle assembly (power train)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2006 Kenworth W900.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V445000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | October 4, 2005 |
| Owner notification | September 22, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with arvinmeritor series 145 or 160 rear drive axles, some spindles were overheated during the heat treat process.
Safety risk
This could lead to a fracture of the spindle.
Remedy
Kenworth has contacted the customer and the vehicle has been inspected and corrected. No further action is required on this campaign.
Notes
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 05V445000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth W900 | 2006 |
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.