Meritor Front Non Drive Steer Axl: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 22E085000 · 1,601 units potentially affected · filed Sep 30, 2022
What's wrong
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain Front Non-Drive Steer Axles, FL941 & MFS Series. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to crack and allowing the tie rods to separate.
Why it matters
Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Meritor will work with the affected manufacturers to replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. Meritor's number for this recall is C22AJ.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22E085000
- Manufacturer no.
- C22AJ
- Manufacturer
- Meritor, Inc.
- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
- Units affected
- 1,601
- Report received
- Sep 30, 2022
- Owner letters
- Sep 30, 2022
- Type
- Equipment
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