Eaton: equipment recalls
NHTSA advisory: do not driveNHTSA has a do-not-drive advisory on campaign 25E076000.
Do-not-drive advisory: A mark on a recall campaign in the NHTSA recall file. This site shows the mark as NHTSA sets it.
NHTSA lists 18 equipment recall campaigns for Eaton. NHTSA received the reports from 1978 to 2025. The campaigns have 119,279 units in total. The newest campaign is 25E076000. NHTSA received the report on 13 Nov 2025.
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
18 campaigns, newest first. 119,279 units in total.
25E076000Received . 289 units.
Power Train / Driveline / Differential UnitDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is recalling certain differentials with part numbers Q14022-010, Q14023-010, Q14032-010, and Q14033-010. The differential may have been improperly manufactured with oversized gear teeth, causing the differential to lock.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A locked differential can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repairs are completed. Eaton will replace the differential, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2025. Owners may contact Eaton customer service at 1-800-826-4357. Eaton's number for this recall is HSCQE 2025-07.
Products named: Eaton Elocker Differential.
Report filed by Eaton Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number HSCQE 2025-07.
18E102000Received . 79,102 units.
Power Train / Clutch Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is recalling certain ECA heavy-duty truck clutches, part numbers 122002-35, 122002-35A, 122002-42, and 122002-42A, for use in for automated manual transmission vehicles. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Eaton will notify owners and dealers will provide a software update, but in certain circumstances, Eaton may repair physical components in addition to providing a software update, replace the clutch, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Eaton customer service at 1-800-826-4357.
Products named: Eaton Eca Clutch.
Report filed by Eaton Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
15E077000Received . 75 units.
Power Train / Manual Transmission
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is recalling certain Eaton Fuller FR-Series 10-speed manual transmissions, models FR-14210B, FRF-15210B, FRF-9210B, FRM-15210B, FRO-11210B, FRO-13210B, FRO-14210C, FRO-15210C, FRO-16210B, FRO-16210C, FROF-11210C, FROF-12210C, FROF-13210C, FROF-14210C, FROF-15210C, and FROF-16210C, manufactured December 18, 2014, to December 21, 2014. When the transmission shift lever is moved from reverse to neutral, the reverse gear may stay engaged. When the transmission shift lever is moved from reverse to a forward gear position, the transmission may mechanically lock because both the reverse gear and forward gear are simultaneously engaged.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Even though the transmission has been shifted out of reverse into neutral, the vehicle may unexpectedly move backwards, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Eaton will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the transmissions. Those vehicle manufacturers will notify owners and remedy the recall issue, free of charge. The recall began in September 2015. Owners may contact Eaton's customer service number at 1-800-826-4357.
Products named: Eaton FR 10-Speed Transmission.
Report filed by Eaton Corporation.
15E009000Received . 177 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Pump
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain S26 Eaton-brand hydraulic pumps manufactured January 1, 2011, to November 1, 2014 that were sold through Gillig's aftermarket parts department. The affected hydraulic pumps may have manufacturing inconsistencies with the spool assembly which may result in unexpected changes in the steering effort.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unexpected changes in steering effort may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Gillig will notify owners and will replace the pump, free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2015. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Products named: Eaton S26 Hydraulic Pump.
Report filed by Gillig LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
14E068000Received . 574 units.
Power Train / Clutch Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is recalling certain Eaton Fuller 365mm clutches manufactured May 26, 2014, to June 17, 2014. Due to an incorrect clutch-release bearing component, the affected clutches may not disengage as needed.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the driver is not able to disengage the clutch, unintended vehicle motion or extended stopping distances may occur, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Eaton will notify the affected vehicle manufacturers and owners, and Eaton personnel will inspect and replace the clutches, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Eaton customer service at 1-800-386-1911.
Products named: Eaton Fuller Clutch.
Report filed by Eaton Corporation.
14E067000Received . 2 units.
Steering
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Parts, a division of PACCAR Incorporated, is recalling certain Eaton V2020 Vane Pumps, part number J69-1041. The affected pumps have shafts that could possibly break and result in pump failure.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the vane pump fails, there may be a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR has notified the affected owners and has retrieved all the defective vane pumps, replacing them with new pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR Parts customer service at 1-425-254-4400. PACCAR's number for this recall is 14KWL.
Products named: Eaton V2020 Vane Pump.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 14KWL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
13E068000Received . 496 units.
Power Train / Automatic Transmission
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is recalling certain Eaton and Fuller hybrid automated transmissions, part numbers EH-6E606B-CD; EH-6E606B-U; EH-6E606B-UP; EH-6E706B-UPG;EH-6E606B-T; EH-6E606B-CDG; EH-6E606B-P; EH-6E606B-CDR; EH-6E606B-PBD; EH-6E706B-PSB; EH-6E606B-PBD, that contain Eaton’s hybrid control module software versions 5500682 or 5500683 and were manufactured August 30, 2010, through December 16, 2013 for use in medium-duty commercial vehicles. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver’s input.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This can result in unintended acceleration during a downshift, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Eaton will notify their customers, who are medium-duty vehicle manufacturers and Eaton authorized service facilities will update the Hybrid Control Module Software version, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2014. Customers may contact Eaton at 1-800-386-1911.
Products named: Eaton Hybrid Transmission; Fuller Hybrid Transmission.
Report filed by Eaton Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10E017000Received . 2,623 units.
Power Train / Automatic Transmission
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Eaton is recalling certain eaton and fuller branded medium duty automated mechanical transmissions, models ultrashift hv with park feature, part numbers fo-5506b-dms, fo-6506b-dm3, f-5505-dm3 and f-6505b-dm3, and the hybrid transmission with park feature, part numbers eh-6e606b-cd, eh-6e606b-p, eh-6e706b-cd, eh-6e706b-p, and eh-6e706b-upg. These transmissions are sold and installed as original equipment in medium duty commercial and school bus vehicles. Due to an error in the installation process, the park feature may not engage.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the park feature does not engage, the vehicle can move without warning, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Each vehicle manufacturer will file a defect report and remedy plan for their vehicles which included these automatic transmissions with park feature as original equipment. Eaton is working with the vehicle manufactures to identify vehicles that may contain the defect. The affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on may 18, 2010. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or eaton at 1-800-826-4357 or 1-269-342-3242.
Products named: Fuller Ultrashift HV With Park; Fuller Hybrid Transmission; Eaton Hybrid Transmission; Eaton Ultrashift HV With Park.
Report filed by EATON CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09E057000Received . 2,022 units.
Equipment
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Eaton aeroquip is recalling certain fj9372-1616 sewer hose fittings, fj7938-1616 hose menders, and the following hose assemblies: fb7333-0008rl, fb7209-0008rl, fb7209-0010rl, fb7209-0003rl, fb7209-0002rl, fb7209-0001rl, fb7186-0034rl, fb7186-0033rl, fb7186-0008rl, fb7186-0006rl, fb7186-0005rl, fb7186-0004rl, fb7186-0002rl, and fb7186-0001rl sold to original vehicle manufacturers and distributors for use on sewer cleaning vehicles. The metal fitting that is installed on the end of the length of sewer hose through which water is injected under pressure for cleaning purposes can crack and fail.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the fittings fail, persons operating the unit or other persons nearby could be injured or property damage could occur.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Eaton will provide replacement hose fittings and replace spare part fittings for fittings or hose assemblies that were purchased and/or shipped since april 1, 2009, to authorized distributors. The safety recall began on october 26, 2009. Owners may contact eaton warranty department at 1-952-937-7109.
Products named: Eaton FB7209-0008RL; Eaton FJ7938-1616; Eaton FJ9372-1616; Eaton FB7186-0004RL; Eaton FB7186-0008RL; Eaton FB7209-0001RL; Eaton FB7209-0010RL; Eaton FB7209-0003RL; Eaton FB7186-0002RL; Eaton FB7186-0001RL; Eaton FB7333-0008RL; Eaton FB7186-0034RL, and 4 more.
Report filed by EATON AEROQUIP, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number VW-09-0011. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
07E107000Received . 22,000 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain eaton synflex eclipse brand extruded nylon tubing of various diameters designed for use as air brake hoses for peterbilt and kenworth vehicles. The tubing was manufactured with only four layers of extruded nylon material, instead of the specified five layers.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The diameter of the hose affects the fittings which may allow air to leak from the brakes and create the potential for a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owners will be notified by paccar and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge.
Products named: Eaton Synflex Eclipse.
Report filed by EATON CORPORATION.
05E002000Received . 3,517 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist System
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain eaton power steering pumps, model vtm42, which eaton manufactured and assembled for use on certain heavy duty vehicles. Due to an incomplete seal on a port plug on the pump, leakage of the hydraulic fluid can occur which could result in a reduction in the power assist.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Reduction in power assist could affect the performance of motor vehicles incorporating these pumps, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The vehicle manufacturers will be conducting this recall and will notify their customers.
Products named: Eaton VTM42.
Report filed by EATON HYDRAULICS DIVISION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
00E023000Received . 636 units.
Power Train / Automatic Transmission
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: autoshift generation 2 transmissions, software part no. 5569065, that contain the suspect software are identified within the transmission serial number range of 31010704 - 31013619, 31012549 - 31013399, a1001330 - a1004458, a1000060 - 1004628, and a1004536 - a1009721 manufactured from june 1, 1999, through april 21, 2000. Due to a problem with the software for the autoshift transmission assemblies, engagement of the wrong gear is possible.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If an inappropriate gear is selected without the driver's knowledge, the vehicle will react differently than expected, possibly resulting in injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Notification to the original equipment manufacturers began april 27, 2000, with instructions that they contact their customers to replace the autoshift transmissions free of charge.
Products named: Eaton Autoshift Transmission.
Report filed by EATON CORPORATION.
97E042000Received . 701 units.
Suspension / Front / Wheel Bearing
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: trailer axle assemblies for heavy duty truck trailers. The grease lubrication volume level specified for these trailer axles is insufficient to provide proper lubrication to the outer wheel end bearing assembly.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This condition can cause failure of the wheel bearing system resulting in wheel end burn up or loss of wheel end equipment.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect these trailer axles and add lubricant if necessary.
Products named: Eaton EST225J 1996; Eaton ESW230P 1997; Eaton ESW225J 1997; Eaton ESW225J 1996; Eaton ESW230J 1997; Eaton ESW230J 1996; Eaton EST225J 1997; Eaton ESW230P 1996; Eaton EST230J 1996; Eaton EST230J 1997.
Report filed by EATON, INCORPORATED.
97E021001Received . 1,114 units.
Suspension / Front / Hub
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: steer axle hubs for use on trucks and tractors, part numbers webb 1530, volvo 90402-0006, or eaton f1960. These hubs were sold to and installed on new vehicles. The steering axle hub flange can fracture and separate from the barrel portion of the hub.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Loss of steering can occur and the wheel can separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or property damage.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owner notification is being conducted by webb wheel. Dealers will inspect the hub for cracks on the outside or inside of the hub flange and replace these hubs.
Products named: Eaton F1960; Webb Wheel.
Report filed by EATON, INCORPORATED.
95E039000Received . 1,521 units.
Steering / Linkages / Knuckle / Spindle / Arm
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
These axles consist of a steel tubular center section and forged steel spindles that are welded to each end of the tube. Either spindle can contain a circumferential crack through a portion of its cross section.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This crack can reduce the effective service life of thespindle and cause the spindle to fracture during normal vehicle operationincreasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Eaton will use portable ultrasonic testing equipment to inspect each suspect trailer axle. Trailer axles containing defective spindles will be replaced with equivalent axles.
Products named: Eaton ESR230J 1995; Eaton EST230J 1995; Eaton EST225J 1995.
Report filed by EATON, INCORPORATED. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
79E005000Received . 2,249 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Chamber
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The antilock system may swell due to exposure of the internal piston to high concentrations of fluid contaminants. This may cause the piston to stick in the valve, which fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems".
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The dealer will replace the existing equipment to prevent failure, without charge.
Products named: Eaton.
Report filed by EATON, INCORPORATED. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
78E025000Received . 1,726 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Chamber
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Piston sticking in the valve can occur due to exposure to high concentrations of fluid contaminants which may collect in the braking system. As a result, no air would be delivered to the brake chambers supplied by the anti-lock valve. Lack of air to the air chambers will result in a "no brake" condition on the affected axle. This constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems".
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealer will replace the suspect valves free of charge.
Products named: Eaton.
Report filed by EATON, INCORPORATED. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
78E011000Received . 455 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Control Unit/Module
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The involved anti-lock system contains an electrical component that is not of eaton specifications. Also, an opening of a solder connection exists between the printed circuit board and another electrical component. This can cause the anti-lock valve solenoid (coiled current conducting wire) to be continuously energized. The brakes in the axle, being controlled by the affected anti-lock system, may become inoperative.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Defective controllers will be replaced without charge to owners.
Products named: Eaton.
Report filed by EATON, INCORPORATED. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
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 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
Products in the campaigns
The product names in the NHTSA file.
- EST225J2
- EST230J2
- Hybrid Transmission2
- Autoshift Transmission1
- Eca Clutch1
- Elocker Differential1
- ESR230J1
- ESW225J1
- ESW230J1
- ESW230P1
- F19601
- FB7186-0001RL1
- FB7186-0002RL1
- FB7186-0004RL1
- FB7186-0005RL1
- FB7186-0006RL1
- FB7186-0008RL1
- FB7186-0033RL1
- FB7186-0034RL1
- FB7209-0001RL1
- FB7209-0002RL1
- FB7209-0003RL1
- FB7209-0008RL1
- FB7209-0010RL1
- FB7333-0008RL1
- FJ7938-16161
- FJ9372-16161
- FR 10-Speed Transmission1
- Fuller Clutch1
- S26 Hydraulic Pump1
The list shows 30 of 34 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. Eaton: equipment recalls. https://recallregister.com/equipment/other/eaton/. 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: Eaton Corporation; EATON, INCORPORATED; EATON AEROQUIP, INC.; EATON HYDRAULICS DIVISION.
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 Eaton products do the campaigns name?
- The NHTSA records have 34 product names for these campaigns. The name in the most campaigns is:
EST225J
- How many units does a Eaton equipment campaign have?
- The median Eaton campaign has 1,114 units. The median of all 2,866 equipment campaigns is 1,677 units.
- Which component do the Eaton campaigns name most often?
- Power Train, in 7 campaigns. The component is the first component in the NHTSA record of a campaign.