Arvinmeritor: equipment recalls
NHTSA lists 29 equipment recall campaigns for Arvinmeritor. NHTSA received the reports from 2000 to 2011. The campaigns have 526,744 units in total. The newest campaign is 11E007000. NHTSA received the report on 24 Feb 2011.
The defect, the consequence and the remedy on this page are the summaries in the NHTSA recall file. The file names the manufacturer that filed each recall report.
NHTSA recall file through .
Recall campaigns
29 campaigns, newest first. 526,744 units in total.
11E007000Received . 54 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is recalling certain mc16 and mc16 type tag axle assemblies that were shipped to motor coach industries between october 21, 2010, and december 6, 2010, for use on recreational vehicles. Bolts used to connect the axle housing to the spindle of the axle may not have been properly heat treated, resulting in potentially compromised hardness and strength that, in turn could lead to reduced joint integrity.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Reduced joint strength of the spindle of the axle could result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is working with mci to identify and notify owners and repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 3, 2011. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-1725.
Products named: Arvinmeritor MC14; Arvinmeritor MC16.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C11AC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10E058000Received . 14,869 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is recalling certain tl series trailer axles sold as aftermarket replacement equipment and sold and installed as original equipment in heavy trucks and recreational vehicles. The spindle nut may not have been properly torqued or not torqued at all allowing excessive end-play in the wheel-end system and could progress to a wheel separation.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Separation of the wheel could result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify owners who purchase any affected axle as aftermarket replacement equipment. Arvinmeritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or arvinmeritor at 1-866-668-7221. This recall has been superseded by safety recall campaign 11e-016.
Products named: Arvinmeritor TL Series.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C11AB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10E057000Received . 3,776 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is recalling certain tl series trailer axles that contain the fag brand bearing system. These axles are sold and installed as original equipment on various recreational vehicles. The bearing system has exhibited low durability life in certain vehicle applications.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Prolonged use of the system in these applications can result in the degradation of the bearing grease, thereby potentially resulting in a bearing failure and subsequent wheel end fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-1725. This campaign has been superseded by safety recall campaign 12e-015.
Products named: Arvinmeritor TL Series.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C11AA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10E047000Received . 719 units.
Suspension
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is recalling certain mpa trailer suspension systems installed as original equipment on various heavy trucks. The systems were shipped to vehicle manufacturers between april 12, 2010, and june 30, 2010. The suspect systems may have missing welds at the interface of the lower seat bracket and axle beam.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Missing welds could allow the axle to roll out of position and potentially impact the handling of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify owners with the affect suspension systems. The affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on october 1, 2010. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-0896 or their vehicle manufacturer.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Mpa.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C10AB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10E014000Received . 685 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is recalling certain front and tag axle assemblies sold and installed as original equipment for certain mci transit buses. The suspect axles may have had improper torque applied to the hub/rotor/wheel adapter bolts during the assembly process. Reduced bolt torque could lead to vibration loosening of the bolt.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This could result in a loss of the wheel possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is working with mci to notify owners and repairs will be performed by mci dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on may 7, 2010. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-0896 or mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Axle Assembly.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C10AA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10E002000Received . 12,657 units.
Suspension
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, p/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. The affected front strut mounts did not contain a weld joint between the bearing housing and the rate plate.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The absence of the weld can allow the strut to come out of its mounting position under certain extreme driving conditions which could cause damage to surrounding vehicle components increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. The safety recall began on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.
Products named: Toyota Celica 1992; Lexus ES250 1991; Ride Control 142435; Chevrolet Prizm 2002; Chevrolet Prizm 2001; Chevrolet Prizm 2000; Geo Prizm 1996; Geo Prizm 1995; Geo Prizm 1994; Geo Prizm 1992; Toyota Celica 1990; Toyota Corolla 1996, and 40 more.
Report filed by RIDE CONTROL, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
08E065000Received . 3,645 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is recalling 3,645 remanufactured trailer axles shipped for aftermarket use between july 9, 2007 and august 20, 2008. These axles were originally manufactured using a process known as 'grotnes' which results in the spindle being more susceptible to develop cracks on the internal surface of the spindle during subsequent lifetimes. In addition, some of the suspect axles may have insufficient or contaminated grease.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Should spindle cracks develop and propagate to the exterior surface, there is a risk that the spindle and the attached components could separate from the axle. Also, the condition of insufficient or contaminated grease may potentially result in the wheel-end bearings to cease functioning as a rolling element, and thereby potentially result in a wheel-end separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify owners and replace the affected axles free of charge. The recall began on march 5, 2009.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Trailer Axle.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C8AG. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
08E038000Received . 5,392 units.
Power Train / Axle Hubs
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is recalling certain replacement wheel studs with part no. Nc-11 manufactured between april 7 and may 19, 2008. These wheel studs were also assembled into trailer axle hubs and sold to various vehicle manufacturers for use on heavy trucks. The suspect wheel end studs were improperly tempered, potentially rendering them brittle and susceptible to fracture. If one wheel stud fractures, the remaining wheel studs are required to carry more load. If left in this condition, the remaining wheel studs may also fracture even if they are properly manufactured.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Fractured wheel studs could result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to notify owners and they will replace any replacement stud free of charge. Each vehicle manufacturer will submit a defect report and file a remedy plan. The recall is expected to begin during june 2008. Owners should contact their vehicle manufacturer for more information. If you have purchased these wheel studs as replacement equipment, you should contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-8793.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Trailer Axle Hubs.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC.
07E094000Received . 13 units.
Suspension
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain arvinmeritor independent front suspensions, module ris16ef18c1001, installed as original equipment on certain blue bird school buses. The castle nuts on the tie rod ends and relay rod stud ends in the independent suspension assemblies are loose and or not torqued to specification. Low and or no torque on a nut can result in excessive slack in the steering system, thereby allowing the tapered joint to move and subsequently shear the cotter pin.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This condition can result in the steering link to become disconnected and potentially cause a loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Blue bird will notify their owners and inspect and repair the buses free of charge. Owners can contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Products named: Arvinmeritor RIS16EF18C1001.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C8AA.
06E081000Received . 3,791 units.
Power Train / Driveline
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain arvinmeritor high angle inter-axle drivelines, model no. Rpl20, shipped to volvo trucks north america and freightliner LLC between june 15 and august 28, 2006, to be installed as original equipment on certain heavy trucks. An improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. The universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Should the driveline separate, the vehicle could become inoperable. In addition, a driveline that has separated from the vehicle could come in contact with nearby vehicles or persons, possibly resulting in a crash or personal injuries.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Volvo trucks and freightliner will notify owners and replace the driveline free of charge. Owners should contact the manufacturer of their vehicle(s) or, for further information, owners may contact arvinmeritor at 248-435-8793.
Products named: Arvinmeritor RPL20.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C6AB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
05E053000Received . 1,401 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain arvinmeritor series 145 and 160 rear drive axles for use on heavy trucks manufactured and shipped to customers between june 4 and june 13, 2005. Some of the spindles were overheated during the heat treat process which could result in a fracture of the spindle.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
To be determined.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owners will be notified by the vehicle manufacturers and will be instructed to contact arvinmeritor or the vehicle manufacturer to have their vehicles repaired free of charge.
Products named: Arvinmeritor 145; Arvinmeritor 160.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
04E088000Received . 1,173 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain tie rod clamps installed on arvinmeritor tie rod assemblies which confirm the tie rod and cross tube threaded connections at both ends of the tie rod could fail. The tie rod assemblies using these clamps were shipped to arvinmeritor customers between july 1 and november 3, 2004, with axle models 17110, 17111, ff946, fg941, fg943, fg952, fh941, fh946, fl951, mfs18, and mfs20.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If both clamps were to fail and the cross tube start to unscrew, significant vehicle misalignment would evolve with the potential for the tie rod end to separate from the cross tube, resulting in loss of steering control and possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will replace the tie rod assembly clamps free of charge. The recall began january 4, 2005. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Arvinmeritor 17111; Arvinmeritor FG941; Arvinmeritor FG943; Arvinmeritor FH946; Arvinmeritor FL951; Arvinmeritor 17110; Arvinmeritor FF946; Arvinmeritor MFS18; Arvinmeritor FH941; Arvinmeritor MFS20; Arvinmeritor FG952.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR AUTOMOTIVE. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
04E087000Received . 3,393 units.
Power Train / Driveline
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain arvinmeritor model 17n and 18n interaxle drivelines manufactured between may 1 and october 14, 2004. The bolt holes located on the earwork of the male shaft yokes were manufactured with an oversized minor thread diameter. This condition allows the bolts used in the holes to become detached which, in turn, could result in a driveline separation.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Driveline separation could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal or death.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify its customers and replace the male shaft yokes free of charge. The recall began february 8, 2005. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at
Products named: Arvinmeritor 17N; Arvinmeritor 18N.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
04E070000Received . 80 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain avrinmeritor axles, p/nos. Mfs-14-143a-nn58 and mfs-14-143a-nn60 manufactured between november 2002 and may 2003 and sold for use on international vehicles. The tie rod arms installed had not been induction hardened and, therefore, may fatigue.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Should a fatigue failure occur of the tie rod arm, the vehicle operator can lose vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor is working with international to identify the owners of the affected vehicles and will notify and repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during october 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at 248-435-8793.
Products named: Arvinmeritor MFS-14-143A-NN60; Arvinmeritor MFS-14-143A-NN58.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR, INC.
03E030000Received . 80 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Independent front suspension modules manufactured and assembled by arvinmeritor at its frankfort, kentucky facility, models ris16ef18c1000, ris13ef18c1000, and ris16ef18c1001, manufactured between may 2002 and march 2003, and sold excusively to blue bird. The capscrews attaching the control arms to the subframe were not torqued to specification allowing the bolt to become loose and eventually result in a loss of vehicle control.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Loss of vehicle control can possibly result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will work with blue bird to notify customers to have their vehicle inspected and re-torque any loose capscrews if necessary. This inspection will be preformed free of charge. Notification to owners began july 8, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at 248-435-8793.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Front Suspension Modules.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
02E017004Received . 18 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor tie rod end service kits shipped between march 1 and december 1, 2000. The date codes involved are 9l1, 9l2, 9l3, 9l4, 9l5, 9m1, 9m2, 9m3, 9m4, oa1, oa2, oa3, oa4, oa5, ob1, ob2, ob3, ob4, oc1, oc2, oc3, oc4, od1, od2, od3, od4, oe1, oe2, of2, of3, of4, og1, og2, og3, og4. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature deterioration of the socket in some applications. This could lead to tie rod end ball separation from the socket.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Pierce will notify its customers and replace the ball socket assemblies free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact pierce at 888-974-3723.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Ball Socket.
Report filed by PIERCE MANUFACTURING,INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
02E056000Received . 32,518 units.
Fuel System, Gasoline
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Purolator pro~fuel and napa brand in-line fuel regulators shipped by arvinmeritor from november 1, 2001, through august 31, 2002. The elastomer used for a diaphragm in the suspect regulator is not compatible with automotive fuels.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Prolonged exposure can result in the degradation and weakening of the regulator diaphragm. As a result, the diaphragm may leak fuel, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify its customers and replace the suspect fuel regulators. Owner notification began october 1, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor lva customer service at 800-637-0580.
Products named: Napa Fuel Regulator; Purolator Pro~Fuel Fuel Regulator; Arvinmeritor Purolator Pro~Fuel; Arvinmeritor Napa.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
02E017003Received . 109 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Model 20-edl trw ball socket assemblies incorporated into arvinmeritor aftermarket products. Certain trw tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature deterioration of the socket in some applications. This could lead to tie rod end ball separation from the socket.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Chance coach will notify its customer and replace the ball socket assemblies free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chance coach 316-779-7700.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Ball Socket.
Report filed by CHANCE COACH, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
02E017102Received . 62,000 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball Joint
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: model 20-edl ball socket assemblies incorporated into arvinmeritor aftermarket products manufactured from october 31, 1999, through may 31, 2000, and from june 12, 2000, through august 31, 2000. Arvinmeritor has decided to expand the previous trw recall, 00e-047, to include all trw production model ball socket assemblies. Certain trw tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature deterioration of the socket in some applications.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor willnotify its customer and replace the ball socket assemblies free of charge. Owner notification began july 17, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at 248-435-3496.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Ball Socket.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
02E017002Received . 119,000 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball Joint
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: model 20-edl ball socket assemblies incorporated into arvinmeritor axles manufactured from october 31, 1999, through may 31, 2000, and from june 12, 2000, through august 31, 2000. Arvinmeritor has decided to expand the previous trw recall, 00e-047, to include all trw production model ball socket assemblies. Certain trw tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature deterioration of the socket in some applications.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor willnotify its customer and replace the ball socket assemblies free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at 248-435-3496.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Axle Assembly.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR.
02E015000Received . 537 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Drum / Shoes/Linings
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: meritor brand 12 1/4" "q" brake shoe assemblies installed on arvinmeritor trailer axles manufactured from december 17, 2001, through january 28, 2002. The affected brake shoes bear lot stamp numbers 501031, 501034, and 501070. The welds attaching the brake shoe web to its table did not penetrate the metal completely.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
As a result, the table could separate from the web, thereby reducing the overall braking capabilities of the trailer, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify its customers and replace the brake shoes free of charge. Owner notification began april 1, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor cvs customer service at 800-535-5560.
Products named: Arvinmeritor 12 1/4" Q Brake Shoe.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
01E056000Received . 45,314 units.
Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: purolator pro~fuel brand and napa in-line fuel filters shipped by arvinmeritor from june 19 through september 28, 2001. Suspect filters are identified by purolator part nos., 804, 805, and 806, and napa part nos., 624804, 624805, and 624806 with eight-character date codesthat begin with any of the following combinations: so6m14, so6m15, so6m18, so6m19, so6m20, so6m21, so6m22, so6m25, so6m26, so6m27, so6m28, so6m29, so6m30, so7m02, so7m03, so7m05, so7m06, so7m07, so7m09, so7m10, so7m11, so7m12, so7m13, so7m16, so7m17, so7m18, so7m19, so7m20, so7m21, so7m23, so7m24, so7m25, so7m26, so7m27, so7m30, so7m31, so8m01, so8m02, so8m06, so8m07, so8m08, so8m09, so8m10, so8m13, so8m14, so8m15, so8m16, so8m17, so8m20, so8m21, so8m22, so8m23, so8m27, so8m28, so8m29, so8m30, so9m04, so9m05, so9m06, so9m07, so9m08, so9m09, so9m10, so9m11, so9m12, so9m13, so9m17, so9m18, so9m19. The polymer used for the housing in the suspect filters may not be compatible with xylene, toulene, mek, ethanol and other chemicals sometimes found in fuel systems. Prolonged exposure to such chemicals can result in the degradation of the polymer which, in turn, weakens the filter housing.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The filter housing may leak, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify its customer to return the filters for a replacement of filters containing pyrex housings free of charge. Owner notification began november 01, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor lva customer service at 800-637-0580.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Fuel Filter; Purolator Pro~Fuel Fuel Filter; Napa Fuel Filter; Purolator Fuel Filter.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
00E047010Received . 19,000 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: aftermarket model 20-edl ball sockets shipped from trw from june 14 through july 15, 1999; from october 4 through november 14, 1999; and from may 15 through june 23, 2000, which may have been manufactured with trw model 20-edl ball sockets. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature deterioration of the socket in some applications.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor has notified their original equipment manufacturers. Trw will be contacting the customers and instructing them on how and where to have their vehicle repaired free of charge.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Ball Socket.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR.
00E047009Received . 93,000 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: axle assemblies produced from june 14 through july 15, 1999; from october 4 through november 14, 1999; and from may 15 through june 23, 2000, which may have been manufactured with trw model 20-edl ball sockets. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature deterioration of the socket in some applications.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor has notified their original equipment manufacturers. Trw will be contacting the customers and instructing them on how and where to have their vehicle repaired free of charge.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Axle Assembly.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR.
01E033000Received . 26,091 units.
Suspension / Front / Hub
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: skf phase IV truck hub units incorporation into arvinmeritor ff-980 front axle assemblies manufactured between september 5, 1996, and february 5, 1998. Vehicles manufactured with a combination of a) wheel separator plates, b) wheel mounting flanges of 10mm(0.437") or less, and c) brake drum mounting flanges of 6mm (0.25") or less the wheel separator plates can fracture.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If a hub fractures, vehicle control, braking, and stability can be affected, and the wheel may separate from the vehicle possibly resulting in injury or death.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will provide replacement hub kits free of charge. Owner notification began august 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at 248-435-9415.
Products named: Arvinmeritor FF-980 Front Axle.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
01E004002Received . 700 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: certain tie rod ball-socket bearings, part no. Trw 24 dl, manufactured from july 14 through july 25, 1999, have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify its customers and provide a remedy free of charge. Owner notification began may 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at 1-859-525-3361 or trw customer service at 1-866-280-3287.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Axle Assembly; TRW Tie Rod Assembly.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
01E003000Received . 23,400 units.
Service Brakes, Air
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: "w-series" air-actuated brake cam rollers part numbers: 1779-l-116, 1779-x-180, 1779-p-328, 1779-q-329, 1779-s-331, and 1779-u-593 shipped to customers between march 1 and october 31, 2000. These rollers were installed as original equipment and also sold as replacement parts. The affected brake rollers may fracture if subjected to high application loadings.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If one or more of the affected brake rollers fracture, proper brake application could be compromised, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify its customers and aftermarket distributors to inspect for the affected brake rollers and contact them for replacement rollers free of charge. Owner notification began february 14, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arvinmeritor at 1-859-525-3361.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Cam Brake Roller.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
00E070002Received . 329 units.
Suspension
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: hubs for truck trailer disc wheels with direct-machined ABS of part number 2023a manufactured between april 14 and june 7, 2000 and shipped to arvinmeritor between may 3 and october 30, 2000. The ABS teeth are machined into the inner face of the hub bore, and the teeth are machined off center from the center of the hub. The speed sensor of the ABS system reads the tooth pattern and sends erroneous signals to the ABS control unit.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This condition can cause the ABS system to cycle rapidly and extend stopping distances during an ABS controlled brake application possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Webb wheel will conduct the notification, inspection/repair/replacement program at no charge to the consumer.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Trailer Axle Hubs.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR.
00E047005Received . 53,000 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20-edl ball sockets. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature deterioration of the socket in some applications.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor has notified their original equipment manufacturers. Trw will be contacting the customers and instructing them on how and where to have their vehicle repaired free of charge.
Products named: Arvinmeritor Axle Assembly; TRW Tie Rod Assembly.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR.
The campaign number opens the NHTSA record.
Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.
Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.
Counts
| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 |
| Steering | 8 |
| Suspension | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
Products in the campaigns
The product names in the NHTSA file.
- Axle Assembly5
- Ball Socket4
- TL Series2
- Trailer Axle Hubs2
- 12 1/4" Q Brake Shoe1
- 1421931
- 1423031
- 1423051
- 1424351
- 1451
- 1601
- 171101
- 171111
- 17N1
- 18N1
- Cam Brake Roller1
- FF-980 Front Axle1
- FF9461
- FG9411
- FG9431
- FG9521
- FH9411
- FH9461
- FL9511
- Front Suspension Modules1
- Fuel Filter1
- MC141
- MC161
- MFS-14-143A-NN581
- MFS-14-143A-NN601
The list shows 30 of 38 product names.
Official channels
- NHTSA recall lookupNHTSA shows the recalls of a child seat, a tire or equipment by brand and model.
- NHTSA: report a safety problemThe NHTSA form for a complaint about a vehicle, a tire, a child seat or equipment.
Cite this page
Recall Register. Arvinmeritor: equipment recalls. https://recallregister.com/equipment/other/arvinmeritor/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall files. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Recall file through
- 29 Sep 2026
Manufacturers in the recall file: ARVINMERITOR; ARVINMERITOR, INC; ARVINMERITOR AUTOMOTIVE; CHANCE COACH, INC..
The brand is the make that NHTSA records for the campaign. A campaign that names 2 brands is on the page of each brand. How the register is made. Report an error.
Questions
- Which Arvinmeritor products do the campaigns name?
- The NHTSA records have 38 product names for these campaigns. The name in the most campaigns is:
Axle Assembly
- How many units does a Arvinmeritor equipment campaign have?
- The median Arvinmeritor campaign has 3,645 units. The median of all 2,866 equipment campaigns is 1,677 units.
- Which component do the Arvinmeritor campaigns name most often?
- Power Train, in 9 campaigns. The component is the first component in the NHTSA record of a campaign.