Fag brand bearing system/wheel end fire
Defect Summary
Meritor is recalling certain tl series trailer axles that contain the fag brand bearing system. these axles are sold and installed as original equipment on various recreational vehicles. the bearing system has exhibited low durability life in certain vehicle applications.
Safety Consequence
Prolonged use of the system in these applications can result in the degradation of the bearing grease, thereby potentially resulting in a bearing failure and subsequent wheel end fire.
Corrective Action
This recall has been superceded by recall campaign 12e-015. meritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. this recall campaign is an expansion of a previous campaign, 10e-057. owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or meritor at 1-248-435-1725.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Meritor, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 11E015000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11E015000?
NHTSA recall 11E015000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on April 22, 2011. It addresses: Fag brand bearing system/wheel end fire. The recall affects approximately 534 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 11E015000 or the manufacturer campaign number C11AA. 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.