Axle: non-powered axle assemblyRecall 12V-370 · 2006–2011 Cottrell Trailer
COTTRELL, INC. recall 12V-370 covers 1,767 2006–2011 Cottrell Trailer for a axle: non-powered axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on July 31, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V370000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Cottrell is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 trailers equipped with a Meritor axle. The bearing system has exhibited low durability life in certain vehicle applications.
The risk
Prolonged use of the system in these applications can result in the degradation of the bearing grease, thereby potentially resulting in a bearing failure and subsequent wheel end fire.
The fix
Cottrell is working with the Meritor to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2012. This recall campaign supersedes previous recall campaign 11V-594. Trailers that were repaired under the previous campaign will also need to be repaired under this campaign. Owners may contact Meritor OnTrac Performance Plus Call Center at 1-866-668-7221, option 5.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.