Recalls

Recall 9832

  • USA Recall: The spindle welds could fracture while in service increasing the risk of a crash.
    Vehicle description: heavy duty vehicles equipped with meritor rs-17145 rear axles. the weld attaching the spindles to the housing may not have been welded properly.

    Corrective Action:
    Dealers will replace these housings with new properly-manufactured housings.

    Additional Notes:
    Owner notification began november 18, 1999. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

    • Affected Vehicles

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