Meritor Meritor: Power train — axle assembly

Affects Meritor Meritor · — — about 98 vehicles.

The hazard

A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake without detection or without the brake lights activating, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Meritor will work with the affected vehicle manufacturers to inspect and replace the drive pinion, as necessary, free of charge. The vehicle manufacturers will provide all owner notifications. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221, or the respective vehicle manufacturers customer service number.

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