Meritor wabco/fmvss 105 - antilock brake sys
Defect Summary
Equipment description: phase 1, d-version antilock brake systems (abs) manufactured from october 1, 1997, through november 30, 1999 with part nos. 446 044 071 0, 446 044 072 0, 446 109 000 0, and 446 109 001 0, installed on medium trucks, school and transit buses, and motor homes greater than 10,000 lds. Gvwr. the phase 1, d-version hydraulic abs may not detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap that can be created by placing the sensor a significant distance from its intended position when the vehicle is stationary. therefore, the abs does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems."
Safety Consequence
An extreme wheel speed sensor air gap that affects the generation of a response signal may not be detected and thus the indicator lamp may not activate.
Corrective Action
Meritor wabco will contact the affected vehicle manufacturers and request that they notify vehicle owners to have the phase 1 d-version abs ecu either reprogrammed or replaced.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Meritor Wabco Vehicle Control Systems or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 00E055000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00E055000?
NHTSA recall 00E055000 was issued by Meritor Wabco Vehicle Control Systems on September 15, 2000. It addresses: Meritor wabco/fmvss 105 - antilock brake sys. The recall affects approximately 14,730 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Meritor Wabco Vehicle Control Systems dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00E055000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.