Defect Description For Recall
Meritor Is Recalling Certain Mfs-08 Series Non-Drive Front Axles Sold As Original Equipment To Be Installed On Various Heavy Trucks. During The Assembly Process, The Steering Attachment Bolts May Have Been Insufficiently Torqued.
Make Of Vehicle
MERITOR
Model Of Vehicle
MFS-08
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
11E048000
Component Description
Steering:Column
Effect Of Defect
Insufficient Torque Of The Steering Arm Bolts May Result In Bolt Fatigue And Fracture And/Or Arm Separation, TherEBY Potentially Resulting In Loss Of Steering Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Meritor Is In The Process Of Developing The Notice And Accompanying Service InstruCTIons. The Safety Recall Began On November 23, 2011. Owners May Contact Meritor At 1-800-535-5560 Or Their Vehicle Manufacturer.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
162
Date Owners Notified
20111123
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Date Report Received
20111115
Make Campaign Number
C12AB