Caliper bolts may be loose
Defect Summary
Meritor, inc. (meritor) is recalling certain meritor ex225l2, ex225l+, and bendix adb22x axles manufactured december 9, 2013, to august 25, 2015. the affected axle assemblies have caliper bolts that may not have been properly tightened, allowing the caliper mounting bolts to back out and the caliper to detach from the axle flange.
Safety Consequence
If the caliper detaches from the axle flange, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles. the vehicle manufacturers will notify owners, and their dealers will inspect the caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on november 13, 2015. owners may contact meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Meritor, Inc. or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 15E083000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15E083000?
NHTSA recall 15E083000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on October 6, 2015. It addresses: Caliper bolts may be loose. The recall affects approximately 259 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Meritor, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15E083000 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.