9999 MERITOR BRAKE CAMSHAFT Recall

Campaign:: 00X002000 on 08/23/2000
Component:: Service brakes, hydraulic
Defect:: This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. equipment description: brake camshafts in trailer axles. certain trailer axle assemblies have been manufactured with incorrectly installed brake camshafts.
Consequence:: These trailer axles will have diminished braking and parking capability since incorrectly installed brake camshafts cannot actuate the brake on the affected wheel end.
Correction:: Meritor has outlined an inspection method whereby the owners can verify that their vehicle axles have been equipped with the correct camshaft.
Notes:: Meritor has decided to conduct a service program to notify owners of the potential brake camshaft problem. owners can contact meritor at 1-419-674-5265 to obtain the inspection outline.

9999 MERITOR BRAKE CAMSHAFT TSB

Bulletin:: PIL-20572
Component:: 030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:: Meritor: camshaft bushing replacement for all meritor s-cam brakes with bronze bushings 1225r512 and meritor lx500 extended lube brakes with carbon fiber filled nylon bushings 1225c1277. *js