Meritor – Axles Insufficiently Lubricated

Meritor (Meritor) is recalling certain Meritor MX10-120EVO, MX12-120EVO and MX14-120EVO steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.


Report Received Date 02/20/2020
NHTSA ID 20E006000
Consequence Summary If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 1883
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20E006000)

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