Safety Recall NHTSA · 20E006000 Reported February 20, 2020

Axles insufficiently lubricated

Meritor, Inc. · Power Train · 1,883 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20E006000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Meritor, Inc.
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
1,883
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
February 20, 2020
Completion Rate
87.57

Defect Summary

Meritor, inc. (meritor) is recalling certain meritor mx10-120evo, mx12-120evo and mx14-120evo steer axles. the axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.

Safety Consequence

If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Meritor will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the axles and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began march 23, 2020. owners may contact meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.

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 20E006000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20E006000

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

What is recall 20E006000?

NHTSA recall 20E006000 was issued by Meritor, Inc. on February 20, 2020. It addresses: Axles insufficiently lubricated. The recall affects approximately 1,883 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 20E006000 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.