The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15E020000·Announced 2015-03-10

Meritor Recalls MT-40-14X Rear Drive Train Axles for Lubrication Defect

Meritor is recalling specific MT-40-14X rear drive train axles because low lubricant levels may cause bearing failure and increase crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (axle assembly) where the source explicitly states the defect increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain MT-40-14X Rear Drive Train axles manufactured between November 11, 2014, and December 18, 2014. The recall involves 30 units affected by an incorrect carrier and housing combination.

This defect can result in low lubricant levels, preventing the axle sump from adequately circulating lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly. Without proper lubrication, the bearings may fail prematurely, which increases the risk of a crash.

Meritor will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle and inspect the wheel ends for damage, replacing components as necessary, 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
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY recall
Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Vehicle Component
Hazard
Affected units
30

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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