Hub carrier may crack due to porosity
Defect Summary
Zf group north america operations (zf) is recalling certain hub carriers manufactured january 17, 2014, to june 1, 2015. due to casting problems, the affected hub carriers may have areas of porosity which may result in the hub carrier leaking oil or cracking.
Safety Consequence
Cracks in the hub may result in hub failure, which could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Zf has notified the affected bus manufacturers, and their dealers will begin a routine inspection process to identify any hub carrier leaks. when parts become available, the affected hub carriers will be replaced, free of charge. owners may contact zf customer service at 1-734-416-6200.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Zf North America, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 15E048000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15E048000?
NHTSA recall 15E048000 was issued by Zf North America, Inc. on June 10, 2015. It addresses: Hub carrier may crack due to porosity. The recall affects approximately 473 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Zf North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15E048000 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.