CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Problem
- Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling one 2019 Pierce Tanker vehicle built on a Daimler/Freightliner chassis equipped with a front Meritor MX 120EVO axle. The axle may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
- Risk
- If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Pierce will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Front axle wheel-end bearings may not receive enough lubricant, which can cause them to become damaged over time.
If the bearings are damaged, the wheel can separate from the vehicle, leading to a sudden loss of control and a higher risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and not delay getting the vehicle checked.
The repair is free. Pierce will notify the owner, and an authorized dealer will inspect the front wheel-end components and replace them if needed at no cost. You can also check your VIN for open recalls and contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Pierce Tanker | 2019 |
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