Meritor: equipment recalls
NHTSA lists 39 equipment recall campaigns for Meritor. NHTSA received the reports from 1999 to 2024. The campaigns have 34,422 units in total. The newest campaign is 24E103000. NHTSA received the report on 9 Dec 2024.
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
39 campaigns, newest first. 34,422 units in total.
24E103000Received . 128 units.
Power Train / Axle Hubs
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain 10-16K and 18-23K front steer drive axles, part numbers FSD 8-16K and FSD 18. An insufficient amount of lubricant in the front steer drive (FSD) axle hubs may result in damage to the wheel bearings.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Damaged bearings can cause the wheel to separate and result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The remedy program will be completed by the vehicle manufacturers and provided free of charge. Owners may call Meritor's customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C24AM.
Products named: Meritor Front Drive Steer Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C24AM.
24E065000Received . 17 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain replacement tie rods equipped with USK ball studs, part numbers A-13102E4737 and A-13102E4738. The tie rod assemblies may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and possibly result in tie rod failure.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0470.
Products named: Meritor Tie Rod Assembly.
Report filed by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SC0470. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
24E064000Received . 23 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain replacement tie rods equipped with USK ball studs, part numbers A-13102E4737 and A-13102E4738. The tie rod assemblies may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and possibly result in tie rod failure.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2406.
Products named: Meritor Tie Rod Assembly.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2406. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
24E062000Received . 475 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain replacement tie rods equipped with USK ball studs, part numbers A1-3102F4738, A1-3102E4737, and A1-3102P4748. The tie rod assemblies may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and possibly result in tie rod failure.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor Tie Rod Assembly.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
23E031000Received . 65 units.
Steering / Critical Fasteners
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain front drive steer axles, models MFS and FF, with part numbers MFS20133ANK66, MFS20133ANK86, and FF961LX296. The front-drive steer axle fasteners may loosen, resulting in a complete separation of the axle assembly joints.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Steer axle assembly separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will work with the affected manufacturers to inspect and replace the pro-torque nut keeper on the steer axle assembly, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor Front Drive Steer Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
23E022000Received . 37 units.
Steering / Critical Fasteners
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain front drive steer axles, models MX23810 and MX24810, with part numbers MX23810DANC12-538, and MX24810DANC3-614. The front-drive steer axle fasteners may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the axle assembly joints.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Steer axle assembly separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will work with the affected manufacturers to replace and tighten the axle fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C23AB.
Products named: Meritor Front Drive Steer Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C23AB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
22E085000Received . 1,601 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Front Non-Drive Steer Axles, FL941 & MFS Series. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to crack and allowing the tie rods to separate.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will work with the affected manufacturers to replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C22AJ.
Products named: Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C22AJ. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
22E027000Received . 536 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain 180 Series Drive Pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose and unintentionally engage the parking brake, without detection or without activating brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will work with the affected vehicle manufacturers to inspect and replace the differential carrier assembly or gear sets, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2022. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21E-098.
Products named: Meritor.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21E098000Received . 98 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain 180 Series Drive Pinions. The rear axle drive pinion may fracture.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will work with the affected vehicle manufacturers to inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. The vehicle manufacturers will provide all owner notifications. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221, or the respective vehicle manufacturers customer service number.
Products named: Meritor.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21E028000Received . 15 units.
Electrical System
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain 14Xe ePowertrains part numbers A-3200A2653-657, A-3200D2656-478. The stator assembly wires may have been insufficiently crimped, causing high resistance, overheating, and preventing the high voltage system from starting.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of power to the system may cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stator, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 14, 2021. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
20E051000Received . 32 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain P220 and P579 Pressure Assemblies, part numbers 106533 and 107801. The power steering hydraulic hose was assembled with an incorrect fitting, which may cause the hose to fail and result in a loss of power steering assist.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Loss of power steering assist would require a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the purchasers, and will inspect and replace the power steering hydraulic hose, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor P220 Pressure Assembly; Meritor P579 Pressure Assembly.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
20E006000Received . 1,883 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Meritor MX10-120EVO, MX12-120EVO and MX14-120EVO steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
19E049000Received . 51 units.
Suspension / Front
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Non Drive Front Steer Axles, model number FF967. The axles missed the heat treating operation during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing the axle beams to fracture.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Fracture of the axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the affected vehicle manufacturers, and will inspect and replace the axles, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
19E036000Received . 1,249 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain MX10-120EVO, MX12-120EVO, and MX14-120EVO steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
19E015000Received . 198 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Op Shaft subassemblies, part number 68324870, used in Meritor EX225 disc brake calipers. The drive pins may have been cracked during assembly possibly resulting in the pins fully fracturing.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the drive pin becomes fully fractured, the vehicle may pull to one side while braking, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor has notified the purchasers of the affected Meritor EX225 disc brake calipers, and those dealers will inspect and replace the brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C19AA.
Products named: Meritor OP Staft Sub Assembly.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C19AA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
18E058000Received . 3,300 units.
Wheels
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Wheel Studs, part number 09001988, installed in steer axle hubs. The wheel studs may have not been properly heat treated causing them to fail.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If enough of the improperly heat treated studs fail on the same steer axle hub, the wheel may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor has notified the purchasers of the affected hubs, and those vehicle manufacturers will replace the wheel studs or replace the entire hub, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2018. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor Wheel Stud.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
17E049000Received . 1,336 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain trailer axles and MPA/MTA suspensions equipped with Meritor EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly torqued which can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake System."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the caliper bolts are improperly torqued and the caliper detaches from the mounting flange, a loss of braking ability would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles or suspensions, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the bolts, replacing any loose or missing ones, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2017. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C17AB.
Products named: Meritor EX225L2 Brakes.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C17AB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
16E083000Received . 19 units.
Steering
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain MX810 Series front drive steer axles, part numbers MX23810DANC7-538 and MX23810DANC8-538, manufactured May 27, 2016, to August 16, 2016 and equipped with MX25K lower king-pins. These lower king-pins may not meet design specifications and, as a result, may fracture, possibly causing a wheel end separation.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A wheel end separation can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify owners, and dealers will replace all of the lower king-pins, free of charge. The recall began on November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-248-435-1725.
Products named: Meritor Front Drive Steer Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
16E075000Received . 238 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain 71000 Series Drum Axles, 71000 Series Disc Brake Axles, and 79000 Series Disc Brake Axles manufactured April 22, 2016, to September 9, 2016. The affected axles may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles. Those manufacturers will notify the vehicle owners, and their dealers will inspect and the grease the wheel ends, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 2016. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-248-435-1725. Note: Meritor is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.
Products named: Meritor Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
16E052000Received . 231 units.
Suspension / Front
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain FF967 Non-Drive Front Steer axles, part number 3100H7860, manufactured March 24, 2012, to April 11, 2012. The affected front axles may have been incorrectly heat treated.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the front axle was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a loss of vehicle control may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the truck manufacturer that purchased the axles, and their dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code and serial numbers. Axles meeting the criteria will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
16E004000Received . 8 units.
Service Brakes, Air
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Trailer Axle Assemblies, part number HTQ4671LH8846. The affected axle assemblies are equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators. These axles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify their affected vehicle manufacturing customers, and their dealers will remove and replace the Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 long stroke actuators with Haldex Gold Seal Type 30/30 long stroke actuators, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2016. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-248-435-1725 or Haldex customer service at 1-800-752-2501.
Products named: Meritor Trailer Axle Assembly.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
15E083000Received . 259 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Meritor EX225L2, EX225L+, and Bendix ADB22X axles manufactured December 9, 2013, to August 25, 2015. The affected axle assemblies have caliper bolts that may not have been properly tightened, allowing the caliper mounting bolts to back out and the caliper to detach from the axle flange.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the caliper detaches from the axle flange, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles. The vehicle manufacturers will notify owners, and their dealers will inspect the caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Bendix ADB22X Axle Assembly; Meritor EX225L2 Brakes; Meritor EX225L+ Axle Assembly.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
15E020000Received . 30 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain MT-40-14X Rear Drive Train axles manufactured November 11, 2014, to December 18, 2014. Due to an incorrect carrier and housing combination, the axles may have low lubricant levels that can cause the axle sump to inadequately circulate lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Without adequate lubrication to the wheel end hub assembly, the bearings may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify owners, and dealers will change the axle, and inspect the wheel ends for damage, replacing the components of the wheel ends, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-248-435-1725. Meritor's number for this recall is C15AC.
Products named: Meritor MT-40-14X Rear Drivetrain.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C15AC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
15E012000Received . 402 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Front Non-Drive Axles, model numbers FH941, FH945, and MFS12155 manufactured July 25, 2014, to December 5, 2014. The affected axles have castellated nuts on the tie rod that may not be properly torqued.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the castellated nuts are not properly torqued, the tie rod may not be adequately secured, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the affected vehicle manufacturers who will notify the vehicle owners, and their dealers will inspect the torque on the tie rod end nuts, replacing the damaged components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C15AB.
Products named: Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C15AB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
14E030000Received . 229 units.
Suspension / Front
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain MFS12143ANN model non-drive steer axles. Due to a manufacturing error, there may be weak spots in the beam of the affected axle assemblies.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Weak spots in the axle beam may result in sudden axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected axles. The affected axle beams will be replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-248-435-1725. Meritor's number for this recall is C14AC.
Products named: Meritor MFS Non-Drive Steer Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C14AC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
13E071000Received . 100 units.
Suspension / Rear / Axle / Non-Powered Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain RMT14512ABS and RMT14612 trailer axles that were remanufactured for Trac Intermodal between June 1, 2013 and June 30, 2013. During remanufacturing, the axles may have been assembled with the lock washer and pin misaligned.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The misalignment could prevent the pin from engaging. Additionally, the jam nut would not be torqued to specification, creating the potential for wheel separation, which could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify Trac Intermodal, and Meritor service personnel will inspect and repair the axles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 20, 2014. Owners may contact Meritor at 1-800-535-5560. Meritor's number for this recall is C14AB.
Products named: Meritor Reman Axles For Trac Inte.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C14AB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
13E012000Received . 3,003 units.
Parking Brake / Driveline / Air / Chamber
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will notify owners and will inspect the affected brake chambers, and replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 28, 2013. Owners may contact Meritor at 1-866-668-7221.
Products named: Meritor Drive Axle.
Report filed by Meritor, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number C-13AA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
12E015000Received . 4,310 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is recalling certain tl series trailer axles that contain the fag brand bearing system. These axles were sold as aftermarket replacement equipment 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
Meritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. This recall campaign supersedes previous recall campaigns 10e-057 and 11e-015. Axles that were repaired under these previous campaigns will also need to be repaired under this campaign. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or meritor at 1-248-435-1725.
Products named: Meritor TL Series.
Report filed by MERITOR, INC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11E053000Received . 345 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is recalling certain rear drive axles and front non drive steer axles produced from july 25, 2011, through september 9, 2011, sold and installed as original equipment to hino motors manufacturing. Certain suspect axles with wheel ends may have improperly assembled fastening hardware or nut locking features.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This condition could result in wheel separation, which could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is working with hino motors to identify and notify owners. The safety recall began on december 14, 2011. Owners may contact meritor at 1-800-535-5560 or hino motors.
Products named: Meritor Rear Drive Axle; Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl.
Report filed by MERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C12AC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11E048000Received . 162 units.
Steering / Column
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is recalling certain mfs-08 series non-drive front axles sold as original equipment to be installed on various heavy trucks. During the assembly process, the steering attachment bolts may have been insufficiently torqued.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Insufficient torque of the steering arm bolts may result in bolt fatigue and fracture and/or arm separation, thereby potentially resulting in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is in the process of developing the notice and accompanying service instructions. The safety recall began on november 23, 2011. Owners may contact meritor at 1-800-535-5560 or their vehicle manufacturer.
Products named: Meritor MFS-08.
Report filed by MERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C12AB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11E044000Received . 43 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is recalling certain 16 mm c89-3121-2024 and c61-3121-2025 housings assembled in to rd-23-164 drive axles produced from december 1, 2010, through february 14, 2011. These axles are installed as original equipment on certain mack and daimler trucks vehicles. The weld that attaches a bracket to the housing may crack as a result of improper welding procedures.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This may cause bracket detachment resulting in potential loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is working with the vehicle manufacturer to identify and notify the vehicle owners. Repairs will be done by the vehicle manufacturer's dealers, free of charge. The safety recall began on october 18, 2011. Owners may contact meritor at 1-800-535-5560 or their vehicle manufacturer.
Products named: Meritor TL Series.
Report filed by MERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C12AA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11E032000Received . 239 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is recalling certain meritor mfs08113bnh12 and mfs08113bnh14 series axle assemblies sold and installed as original equipment for certain heavy trucks. The wheel bearing cone rollers may not have been properly heat treated. These bearing products contain a date code, "zj".
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Improperly heat treated bearings can fail under loads/stresses possibly resulting in a wheel separation and a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will replace the bearing in the affected axles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 19, 2011. Owners may contact meritor at 1-248-273-4647.
Products named: Meritor MFS08113BNH14; Meritor MFS08113BNH12.
Report filed by MERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C11AG. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11E016000Received . 7,642 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is recalling certain tl series trailer axles sold as aftermarket replacement equipment and sold and installed as original equipment in van trailer applications. The spindle nut may not have been properly torqued or not torqued at all allowing excessive end-play in the wheel-end system which 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
Meritor will notify owners who purchase any affected axle as aftermarket replacement equipment. Meritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. This recall is an expansion of a previous recall, 10e-058. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or meritor at 1-248-435-1725.
Products named: Meritor TL Series.
Report filed by MERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C11AB.
11E015000Received . 534 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor 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
This recall has been superceded by recall campaign 12e-015. Meritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. This recall campaign is an expansion of a previous campaign, 10e-057. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or meritor at 1-248-435-1725.
Products named: Meritor TL Series.
Report filed by MERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C11AA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11E012000Received . 2,149 units.
Power Train / Driveline
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is recalling certain driveline assemblies, part numbers rpl25, 18n, and 18mxl, sold as aftermarket equipment for use on, or installed as original equipment on, various heavy trucks. The tubing used to assemble the affected drivelines has a nonconforming seam weld with insufficient bonding of the material.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This can result in seam weld fracture when torque is applied. Once the tube seam weld is fractured, the driveline may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and notify the vehicle owners and the trucks will be repaired free of charge. Meritor will notify owners of record that purchased the assemblies as aftermarket equipment. For vehicles on which the assemblies were installed as original equipment, the respective vehicle manufacturers will notify their owners. The safety recall began on may 12, 2011. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or meritor, INC. At 1-800-535-5560.
Products named: Meritor 18MXL; Meritor RPL25; Meritor 18N.
Report filed by MERITOR, INC. Manufacturer campaign number C11AE. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
03E013000Received . 2,779 units.
Suspension
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor brand fh946u axle assemblies manufactured between august 9, 1996, and november 6, 2001, used as a front steering axle on low floor buses built by new flyer industries. These assemblies were omitted from the post-heat treatment magnaflux operation which could result in surface cracking and possible failure of the axle. This campaign superceedes arvinmeritor's previous recall, 02e-032, to include addition axle assemblies.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Failure of the axle could result in loss of steering, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Arvinmeritor will notify its customers and replace the front axle assembly free of charge. Owner notification began march 31, 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 248-435-1248.
Products named: Meritor FH946U.
Report filed by ARVINMERITOR. Manufacturer campaign number C2AH. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
99E017000Received . 184 units.
Suspension / Rear
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: rear drive axle assemblies equipped with meritor 3213-s-1865 spindles. These axles were only supplied to nova bus. The spindles used on these axles may not have the intended quench and temper processing.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This condition could cause the spindles to fracture in service, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Meritor will inspect and, if necessary, replace the defective spindles.
Products named: Meritor RC26720.
Report filed by MERITOR AUTOMOTIVE.
99E011000Received . 314 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly / Banjo Housing
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: rear drive axle housings. The weld which attaches the spindles to the housing may not have been welded correctly.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Incorrectly welded spindles could fracture in service.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
These housings will be replaced with new properly-manufactured housings.
Products named: Meritor RS17145.
Report filed by MERITOR AUTOMOTIVE. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
99E005001Received . 158 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Meritor elucid tie rods part nos. E-10148 and e-10149. The tie rod end can pull outboard and separate from the tie rod tube due to improper thread engagement between the male tie rod end and the female tube.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Separation of the tie rod end could result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the tie rod ends free of charge.
Products named: Meritor E-10148 1999; Meritor E-10149 1999.
Report filed by MERITOR AUTOMOTIVE, INC..
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 | 15 |
| Steering | 11 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 4 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
Products in the campaigns
The product names in the NHTSA file.
- Front Non Drive Steer Axl5
- Front Drive Steer Axle4
- TL Series4
- Axle3
- Tie Rod Assembly3
- EX225L2 Brakes2
- 18MXL1
- 18N1
- Drive Axle1
- E-101481
- E-101491
- EX225L+ Axle Assembly1
- FH946U1
- MFS Non-Drive Steer Axle1
- MFS-081
- MFS08113BNH121
- MFS08113BNH141
- MT-40-14X Rear Drivetrain1
- OP Staft Sub Assembly1
- P220 Pressure Assembly1
- P579 Pressure Assembly1
- RC267201
- Rear Drive Axle1
- Reman Axles For Trac Inte1
- RPL251
- RS171451
- Trailer Axle Assembly1
- Wheel Stud1
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. Meritor: equipment recalls. https://recallregister.com/equipment/other/meritor/. 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
- 30 Sep 2026
Manufacturers in the recall file: Meritor, Inc.; MERITOR AUTOMOTIVE; ARVINMERITOR; Mack Trucks, 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 Meritor products do the campaigns name?
- The NHTSA records have 28 product names for these campaigns. The name in the most campaigns is:
Front Non Drive Steer Axl
- How many units does a Meritor equipment campaign have?
- The median Meritor campaign has 231 units. The median of all 2,866 equipment campaigns is 1,677 units.
- Which component do the Meritor campaigns name most often?
- Power Train, in 15 campaigns. The component is the first component in the NHTSA record of a campaign.