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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14E046000

Skf Axle Seal — Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft: seal

Published July 25, 2014 · Recall initiated: July 24, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14E046000, published July 25, 2014 and initiated July 24, 2014. Recalling firm: SKF USA Inc.; Skf Axle Seal — Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft: seal.

What's the hazard

SKF USA, Inc. (SKF) is recalling certain axle seals, part numbers 28554 and 28555, installed on 1999-2013 Chevrolet and GMC full size vans, pickup trucks, and SUV's with a full floating rear end. The inner diameter of the affected seals may be too large to adequately contain the differential gear oil, allowing it to leak onto the rear brakes.

What to do

SKF will notify owners. For vehicles that had seal 28554 installed, service centers will inspect each vehicle and replace any axle seal that is leaking. Vehicles that had axle seal 28555 installed will have their axle seals replaced. These services will be performed free of charge. The recall began during September 2014. Owners may contact SKF customer service at 1-800-644-8999. SKF's number for this recall is PRO14-004USCA.

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Recall details

Brand
SKF
Model
AXLE SEAL
Manufacturer
SKF USA Inc.
Lot
SKF AXLE SEAL
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Skf Axle Seal — Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft: seal recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14E046000 on July 25, 2014. Reported hazard: SKF USA, Inc. (SKF) is recalling certain axle seals, part numbers 28554 and 28555, installed on 1999-2013 Chevrolet and GMC full size vans, pickup trucks, and SUV's with a full floating rear end. The inner diameter of the affected seals may be too large to adequately contain the differential gear oil, allowing it to leak onto the rear brakes.

What should I do if I have this product?

SKF will notify owners. For vehicles that had seal 28554 installed, service centers will inspect each vehicle and replace any axle seal that is leaking. Vehicles that had axle seal 28555 installed will have their axle seals replaced. These services will be performed free of charge. The recall began during September 2014. Owners may contact SKF customer service at 1-800-644-8999. SKF's number for this recall is PRO14-004USCA.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SKF. Model: AXLE SEAL.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)