Meritor 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.
Meritor – Leaking Brake Pressure may Lead to Wheel End Fire
| Report Received Date | 02/27/2013 |
| NHTSA ID | 13E012000 |
| Consequence Summary | Overheated brake components could result in a fire. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | C-13AA |
| Potentially Affected | 3003 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13E012000) |
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