Key Takeaway
PINION GEARS BREAK by DANA CORPORATION was recalled on January 8, 2008. What to do: DANA IS WORKING WITH THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND HAVE THEIR VEHICLES REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THEIR VEHICL...
PINION GEARS BREAK
Description
ON CERTAIN PINION GEARS, P/NOS. 129737 AND 127420, MANUFACTURED ON DECEMBER 4, 2007, AND ASSEMBLED INTO THE AXLE ASSEMBLY OF TANDEM-REAR OR SINGLE DRIVE AXLES INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN INTERNATIONAL, PACCAR, AND VOLVO HEAVY TRUCKS, WRONG INDUCTION HARDNESS PROCESS SETTINGS WERE USED RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE HARDNESS OF THE PINION GEARS.
Injuries / Consequence
THE EXCESSIVE HARDNESS CAN POTENTIALLY RESULT IN THE THREADED END OF THE PINION BREAKING OFF. THIS FAILURE COULD RESULT IN DRIVESHAFT DISCONNECTING FROM THE AXLE, WHICH WOULD CAUSE LOSS OF VEHICLE POWER. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT THE DRIVESHAFT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DANA IS WORKING WITH THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND HAVE THEIR VEHICLES REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THEIR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesRelated Recalls
DRIVE AXLE HOUSINGS
March 6, 2007
DANA SPICER/SUSPENSION ASSEMBLIES
March 2, 2004
DANA SPICER/TRAILER AXLE ASSEMBLIES
February 6, 2003
DANA SPICER/AXLES/WHEEL BEARINGS
April 3, 2002
DANA SPICER/TANDEM DRIVE AXLE
March 5, 2002
DANA/SPICER/STEERING RELAY LEVERS
January 10, 2000
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: DANA IS WORKING WITH THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND HAVE THEIR VEHICLES REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THEIR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.