The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·20E008000·Announced 2020-02-24

McNeilus Recalls ZF CML12 Ring Gear Carriers for Transmission Failure Risk

McNeilus is recalling specific ZF CML12 Ring Gear Carriers because cavities in the toothing may cause premature drum transmission failure, increasing 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 (transmission failure) that can lead to concrete discharging onto the road, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury/property-damage risks.

Plain-English summary

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling certain ZF CML12 Ring Gear Carriers, part number 1474124, with serial numbers 5250958, 5250960, and 5250961. These parts were sold as field service parts. The recall involves 3 affected units.

The ring gear carriers may have cavities located in the toothing, which can lead to premature failure of the drum transmission. If the drum transmission fails while the vehicle is in motion, the drum may stop rotating and concrete could discharge from the drum onto the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

McNeilus will notify owners and will inspect and replace the drum transmissions, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2020. Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck Parts
Hazard
Affected units
3

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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