NHTSA recall 24E103000 · Equipment
Power train › Axle hubs
The defect
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain 10-16K and 18-23K front steer drive axles, part numbers FSD 8-16K and FSD 18. An insufficient amount of lubricant in the front steer drive (FSD) axle hubs may result in damage to the wheel bearings.
The risk
Damaged bearings can cause the wheel to separate and result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
The remedy program will be completed by the vehicle manufacturers and provided free of charge. Owners may call Meritor's customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C24AM.