Defect summary
Meritor, Inc. is recalling certain wheel ends for drive axles with ConMet PreSet Plus Hubs manufactured between August 2012 and December 2012. Due to a missing locking snap ring on the axle hub, the rear wheels may separate from the vehicle.
Consequence
Wheel separation from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Meritor will notify owners and dealers will inspect the affected wheel ends for the lock ring, installing them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Meritor at 1-866-668-7221.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 13E054000. Text as published by NHTSA.