Tie Rod Assembly (Meritor) – Ball Stud Defect (2024)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
MERITOR TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Brand
MERITOR
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Mack Trucks, Inc. is recalling certain MERITOR TIE ROD ASSEMBLY equipment due to steering:linkages:tie rod assembly issues. Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain replacement tie rods equipped with USK ball studs, part numbers A-13102E4737 and A-13102E4738. The tie rod assemblies may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and possibly result in tie rod failure.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0470.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026