Key Takeaway

WHEEL SEPARATION by ARVINMERITOR, INC was recalled on December 9, 2010. What to do: ARVINMERITOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS WHO PURCHASE ANY AFFECTED AXLE AS AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT. ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH THE VEHICLE MANUFAC...

NHTSA Ongoing

WHEEL SEPARATION

Recalled: December 9, 2010 ~14,869 units affected 10E058

Description

ARVINMERITOR IS RECALLING CERTAIN TL SERIES TRAILER AXLES SOLD AS AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND SOLD AND INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT IN HEAVY TRUCKS AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. THE SPINDLE NUT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TORQUED OR NOT TORQUED AT ALL ALLOWING EXCESSIVE END-PLAY IN THE WHEEL-END SYSTEM AND COULD PROGRESS TO A WHEEL SEPARATION.

Injuries / Consequence

SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

ARVINMERITOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS WHO PURCHASE ANY AFFECTED AXLE AS AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT. ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS TO IDENTIFY AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES THAT CONTAIN THE SUBJECT AXLES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THEIR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER OR ARVINMERITOR AT 1-866-668-7221. THIS RECALL HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN 11E-016.

Products Affected

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Company Information

ARVINMERITOR, INC

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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 WILL NOTIFY OWNERS WHO PURCHASE ANY AFFECTED AXLE AS AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT. ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS TO IDENTIFY AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES THAT CO...

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