NHTSA recall 20E006000 · Equipment
Power train › Axle assembly
Reported Feb 20, 20201,883 vehicles affectedMeritor, Inc.
The defect
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Meritor MX10-120EVO, MX12-120EVO and MX14-120EVO steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
The risk
If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
The remedy
Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.