The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16E004000·Announced 2016-01-21

Meritor Trailer Axle Recall for Brake Drag Fire Risk

Meritor is recalling certain trailer axle assemblies equipped with specific air brake actuators that may experience brake drag, posing a risk of wheel end fire.

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 (brake drag) that may result in a wheel end fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain Trailer Axle Assemblies, part number HTQ4671LH8846. These affected axle assemblies are equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators.

The defect involves an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber, which may cause the brakes to drag. This brake drag can result in a wheel end fire.

Meritor will notify affected vehicle manufacturing customers. Dealers will remove and replace the Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 long stroke actuators with Haldex Gold Seal Type 30/30 long stroke actuators free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2016. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-248-435-1725 or Haldex customer service at 1-800-752-2501.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR recall
Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Axle Assemblies
Hazard
Affected units
8

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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