Safety Recall NHTSA · 17E049000 Reported August 31, 2017

Caliper bolts improperly torqued/fmvss 121

Meritor, Inc. · N/A · 1,336 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17E049000
Manufacturer Campaign
C17AB
Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,336
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
August 31, 2017
Completion Rate
48.05

Defect Summary

Meritor, inc. (meritor) is recalling certain trailer axles and mpa/mta suspensions equipped with meritor ex225 brakes. the brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly torqued which can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, "air brake system."

Safety Consequence

If the caliper bolts are improperly torqued and the caliper detaches from the mounting flange, a loss of braking ability would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles or suspensions, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the bolts, replacing any loose or missing ones, free of charge. the recall began on september 21, 2017. owners may contact meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221. meritor's number for this recall is c17ab.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Meritor, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 17E049000 or campaign C17AB.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17E049000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17E049000?

NHTSA recall 17E049000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on August 31, 2017. It addresses: Caliper bolts improperly torqued/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 1,336 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Meritor, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17E049000 or the manufacturer campaign number C17AB. 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.