Trailer axle hubs/replacement studs
Defect Summary
Arvinmeritor is recalling certain replacement wheel studs with part no. Nc-11 manufactured between april 7 and may 19, 2008. these wheel studs were also assembled into trailer axle hubs and sold to various vehicle manufacturers for use on heavy trucks. the suspect wheel end studs were improperly tempered, potentially rendering them brittle and susceptible to fracture. if one wheel stud fractures, the remaining wheel studs are required to carry more load. if left in this condition, the remaining wheel studs may also fracture even if they are properly manufactured.
Safety Consequence
Fractured wheel studs could result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Arvinmeritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to notify owners and they will replace any replacement stud free of charge. each vehicle manufacturer will submit a defect report and file a remedy plan. the recall is expected to begin during june 2008. owners should contact their vehicle manufacturer for more information. if you have purchased these wheel studs as replacement equipment, you should contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-8793.
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FAQ: Recall 08E038000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08E038000?
NHTSA recall 08E038000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on June 9, 2008. It addresses: Trailer axle hubs/replacement studs. The recall affects approximately 5,392 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Meritor, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08E038000 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.