NHTSA recall 23E022000 · Equipment
Steering › Critical fasteners
Reported Mar 20, 202337 vehicles affectedMeritor, Inc.Maker’s number C23AB
The defect
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain front drive steer axles, models MX23810 and MX24810, with part numbers MX23810DANC12-538, and MX24810DANC3-614. The front-drive steer axle fasteners may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the axle assembly joints.
The risk
Steer axle assembly separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Meritor will work with the affected manufacturers to replace and tighten the axle fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C23AB.