Key Takeaway

TAG AXLE BOLTS by ARVINMERITOR, INC was recalled on February 24, 2011. What to do: ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH MCI TO IDENTIFY AND NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 201...

NHTSA Ongoing

TAG AXLE BOLTS

Recalled: February 24, 2011 ~54 units affected 11E007

Description

ARVINMERITOR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MC16 AND MC16 TYPE TAG AXLE ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE SHIPPED TO MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES BETWEEN OCTOBER 21, 2010, AND DECEMBER 6, 2010, FOR USE ON RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. BOLTS USED TO CONNECT THE AXLE HOUSING TO THE SPINDLE OF THE AXLE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY HEAT TREATED, RESULTING IN POTENTIALLY COMPROMISED HARDNESS AND STRENGTH THAT, IN TURN COULD LEAD TO REDUCED JOINT INTEGRITY.

Injuries / Consequence

REDUCED JOINT STRENGTH OF THE SPINDLE OF THE AXLE COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH MCI TO IDENTIFY AND NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ARVINMERITOR AT 1-248-435-1725.

Products Affected

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Company Information

ARVINMERITOR, INC

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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 IDENTIFY AND NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ARVINMERITOR AT 1-248-435-1...

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