Wheel separation-arvinmeritor
Defect Summary
Timpte is recall certain model year 2006 tdh vehicles manufactured from september 8, 2005, through september 9, 2005, and equipped with arvinmeritor axles. insufficient torque may have been applied on the spindle nut on the arvinmeritor tl series trailer axles installed in these van trailers where the stake washer for the nut is staked in a single location as opposed to multiple locations.
Safety Consequence
Low and/or no torque on the nut can result in excessive end-play in the wheel-end system and could progress to a wheel separation which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Arvinmeritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. please see arvinmeritor defect report 10e-058. the safety recall began on march 7, 2011. owners may contact arvin meritor at 1-248-273-4641.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Timpte, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 11V147000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V147000?
NHTSA recall 11V147000 was issued by Timpte, Inc. on March 1, 2011. It addresses: Wheel separation-arvinmeritor. The recall affects approximately 2 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Timpte, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V147000 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.