Meritor Axle — Power train: axle assembly
Published September 28, 2016 · Recall initiated: September 28, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E075000, published September 28, 2016. Recalling firm: Meritor, Inc.; Meritor Axle — Power train: axle assembly.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERITOR
- Model
- AXLE
- Manufacturer
- Meritor, Inc.
- Lot
- MERITOR AXLE
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Meritor Axle — Power train: axle assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E075000 on September 28, 2016. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERITOR. Model: AXLE.