Recall 14E030000: Steering

NHTSA recall 14E030000 · announced June 13, 2014 · Meritor · 229 units affected

The problem

Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain MFS12143ANN model non-drive steer axles. Due to a manufacturing error, there may be weak spots in the beam of the affected axle assemblies.

The risk

Weak spots in the axle beam may result in sudden axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected axles. The affected axle beams will be replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-248-435-1725. Meritor's number for this recall is C14AC.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.