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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17E049000

Meritor Ex225l2 Brakes — Service brakes, air: disc: caliper

Published September 5, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 31, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17E049000, published September 5, 2017 and initiated August 31, 2017. Recalling firm: Meritor, Inc.; Meritor Ex225l2 Brakes — Service brakes, air: disc: caliper.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
MERITOR
Model
EX225L2 BRAKES
Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Lot
MERITOR EX225L2 BRAKES
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Meritor Ex225l2 Brakes — Service brakes, air: disc: caliper recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17E049000 on September 5, 2017. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERITOR. Model: EX225L2 BRAKES.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)