Recall 12V370000: 2006–2011 Cottrell Trailer
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 31, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 1,767
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- 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.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2006 Cottrell Trailer
- 2007 Cottrell Trailer
- 2008 Cottrell Trailer
- 2009 Cottrell Trailer
- 2010 Cottrell Trailer
- 2011 Cottrell Trailer
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V370000
- Manufacturer
- COTTRELL, INC.
- Owner letters
- Jul 27, 2012
- Components
- Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly (Suspension)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology