NHTSA Recall History

Eaton, Incorporated Safety Recalls

Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Eaton, Incorporated — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

6
Total Recalls
7,766
Vehicles Affected
Potentially
4
Years Reported
0
Do Not Drive
Critical alerts

About Eaton, Incorporated recalls

Eaton, Incorporated has issued 6 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 4 years (from 1978 to 1997), affecting an estimated 7,766 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Service Brakes, Air, Suspension, Steering. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Eaton, Incorporated dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.

Defect Categories

Most-recalled components

The vehicle systems behind most Eaton, Incorporated safety recalls.

Service Brakes, Air 3 recalls
Suspension 2 recalls
Steering 1 recall
Recall History

Eaton, Incorporated recalls by year

Browse 6 recalls across 4 years. Most recent first.

Eaton, Incorporated Recall FAQ

Common questions about Eaton, Incorporated safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.

How many recalls has Eaton, Incorporated issued?

Eaton, Incorporated has issued 6 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 7,766 vehicles since 1978. The most recent recall was reported 1997-12-16.

How do I check if my Eaton, Incorporated vehicle is under recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Eaton, Incorporated and any sub-brand or component supplier.

Are Eaton, Incorporated recall repairs free?

Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Eaton, Incorporated must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Eaton, Incorporated dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.

Which Eaton, Incorporated components are most commonly recalled?

The top recalled components for Eaton, Incorporated are: Service Brakes, Air (3), Suspension (2), Steering (1). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.

Where does this Eaton, Incorporated recall data come from?

All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Eaton, Incorporated.