The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·11E048000·Announced 2011-11-15

Meritor Recalls Heavy Truck Front Axles Due to Steering Bolt Torque Defect

Meritor is recalling certain MFS-08 series non-drive front axles for heavy trucks because steering attachment bolts may have been insufficiently torqued during assembly.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering bolt torque) that could lead to loss of steering control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain MFS-08 series non-drive front axles sold as original equipment for various heavy trucks. The recall addresses a defect where steering attachment bolts may have been insufficiently torqued during the assembly process.

Insufficient torque on the steering arm bolts may result in bolt fatigue and fracture and/or arm separation. This condition could potentially result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The safety recall began on November 23, 2011. Meritor is in the process of developing the notice and accompanying service instructions. Owners may contact Meritor at 1-800-535-5560 or their vehicle manufacturer for more information. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
STEERING:COLUMN recall
Manufacturer
MERITOR, INC
Category
Vehicle — Heavy Truck Axles
Hazard
Affected units
162

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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