Key Takeaway
AXLE ASSEMBLY/WHEEL OFF CONDITION by ARVINMERITOR, INC was recalled on May 4, 2010. What to do: ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH MCI TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY MCI DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 7, 2010...
AXLE ASSEMBLY/WHEEL OFF CONDITION
Description
ARVINMERITOR IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND TAG AXLE ASSEMBLIES SOLD AND INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN MCI TRANSIT BUSES. THE SUSPECT AXLES MAY HAVE HAD IMPROPER TORQUE APPLIED TO THE HUB/ROTOR/WHEEL ADAPTER BOLTS DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS. REDUCED BOLT TORQUE COULD LEAD TO VIBRATION LOOSENING OF THE BOLT.
Injuries / Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE WHEEL POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH MCI TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY MCI DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ARVINMERITOR AT 1-248-435-0896 OR MCI CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-241-2947.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesRelated Recalls
TAG AXLE BOLTS
February 24, 2011
WHEEL SEPARATION
December 9, 2010
TRAILER AXLES/WHEEL END FIRE
December 9, 2010
TRAILER SUSPENSION SYSTEMS/MISSING WELDS
September 30, 2010
QUICK RELEASE VALVES
May 19, 2009
REMANUFACTURED TRAILER AXLES/WHEEL-END SEPARATION
October 28, 2008
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH MCI TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY MCI DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ARVINMERITOR AT 1-248-435-08...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.