The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·14E030000·Announced 2014-06-13

Meritor Recalls MFS12143ANN Axles Due to Weak Beam Spots

Meritor is recalling specific MFS12143ANN non-drive steer axles because manufacturing errors may have created weak spots in the beam, increasing the risk of sudden axle failure and a crash.

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 (weak axle beam) that may result in sudden axle failure and a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain MFS12143ANN model non-drive steer axles. The recall is due to a manufacturing error that may have resulted in weak spots in the beam of the affected axle assemblies.

These weak spots may result in sudden axle failure, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not specify the number of affected vehicles or the geographic distribution of the recall.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION:FRONT recall
Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Axle
Hazard
Affected units
229

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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