Outer wheel bearing cone rollers/wheel separation
Defect Summary
Meritor is recalling certain meritor mfs08113bnh12 and mfs08113bnh14 series axle assemblies sold and installed as original equipment for certain heavy trucks. the wheel bearing cone rollers may not have been properly heat treated. these bearing products contain a date code, "zj".
Safety Consequence
Improperly heat treated bearings can fail under loads/stresses possibly resulting in a wheel separation and a crash.
Corrective Action
Meritor will replace the bearing in the affected axles free of charge. the safety recall began on august 19, 2011. owners may contact meritor at 1-248-273-4647.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Meritor, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 11E032000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11E032000?
NHTSA recall 11E032000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on August 11, 2011. It addresses: Outer wheel bearing cone rollers/wheel separation. The recall affects approximately 239 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 11E032000 or the manufacturer campaign number C11AG. 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.