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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15E012000

Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

Published February 19, 2015 · Recall initiated: February 19, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15E012000, published February 19, 2015. Recalling firm: Meritor, Inc.; Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
MERITOR
Model
FRONT NON DRIVE STEER AXL
Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Lot
MERITOR FRONT NON DRIVE STEER AXL
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15E012000 on February 19, 2015. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERITOR. Model: FRONT NON DRIVE STEER AXL.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)