Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain wheel ends for drive axles with ConMet PreSet Plus Hubs manufactured
— Recall Campaign #13E054000
Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain wheel ends for drive axles with ConMet PreSet Plus Hubs manufactured between August 2012 and December 2012. Due to a missing locking snap ring on the axle hub, the rear wheels may separate from the vehicle.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 82 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13E054000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 17, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13E054000 |
| Units affected: | 82 |
- Description:
- Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain wheel ends for drive axles with ConMet PreSet Plus Hubs manufactured between August 2012 and December 2012. Due to a missing locking snap ring on the axle hub, the rear wheels may separate from the vehicle.
- Consequeces:
- Wheel separation from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Meritor will notify owners and dealers will inspect the affected wheel ends for the lock ring, installing them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Meritor at 1-866-668-7221.
- 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.