Meritor EX225L+ Axle Assembly, EX225L2 Brakes: Service brakes — caliper

Affects Meritor EX225L+ Axle Assembly, EX225L2 Brakes · — — about 259 vehicles.

The hazard

If the caliper detaches from the axle flange, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles. The vehicle manufacturers will notify owners, and their dealers will inspect the caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational