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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15E020000

Meritor Mt-40-14x Rear Drivetrain — Power train: axle assembly

Published March 10, 2015 · Recall initiated: March 10, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15E020000, published March 10, 2015. Recalling firm: Meritor, Inc.; Meritor Mt-40-14x Rear Drivetrain — Power train: axle assembly.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
MERITOR
Model
MT-40-14X REAR DRIVETRAIN
Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Lot
MERITOR MT-40-14X REAR DRIVETRAIN
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Meritor Mt-40-14x Rear Drivetrain — Power train: axle assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15E020000 on March 10, 2015. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERITOR. Model: MT-40-14X REAR DRIVETRAIN.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)