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Meritor Parking Brake recall
Recalled February 27, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13E012000 · Meritor
Hazard
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
Remedy
Meritor will notify owners and will inspect the affected brake chambers, and replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 28, 2013. Owners may contact Meritor at 1-866-668-7221.
Units
3,003 units
Description
Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
What to do
Meritor will notify owners and will inspect the affected brake chambers, and replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 28, 2013. Owners may contact Meritor at 1-866-668-7221.
Product
Meritor DRIVE AXLE
Manufacturer(s)
Meritor, Inc.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →