Defect summary
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain 14Xe ePowertrains part numbers A-3200A2653-657, A-3200D2656-478. The stator assembly wires may have been insufficiently crimped, causing high resistance, overheating, and preventing the high voltage system from starting.
Consequence
A loss of power to the system may cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Meritor will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stator, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 14, 2021. Owners may contact Meritor customer service 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 21E028000. Text as published by NHTSA.