Arvinmeritor/international/tie rod arms/steering
Defect Summary
Certain avrinmeritor axles, p/nos. Mfs-14-143a-nn58 and mfs-14-143a-nn60 manufactured between november 2002 and may 2003 and sold for use on international vehicles. the tie rod arms installed had not been induction hardened and, therefore, may fatigue.
Safety Consequence
Should a fatigue failure occur of the tie rod arm, the vehicle operator can lose vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Arvinmeritor is working with international to identify the owners of the affected vehicles and will notify and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during october 2004. 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 arvinmeritor at 248-435-8793.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Meritor, Inc. or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 04E070000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04E070000?
NHTSA recall 04E070000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on September 16, 2004. It addresses: Arvinmeritor/international/tie rod arms/steering. The recall affects approximately 80 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Meritor, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E070000 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.