Skf Usa Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14E046000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14E046000 by Skf Usa Inc.. Affecting axle seals, part numbers 28554 and 28555, installed on 1999-2013 chevrolet and gmc full size vans, pickup trucks, and suv's with a full floating rear end Includes 82,509 affected units, Wheel Seal Inner Diameter too Large, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsaxle seals, part numbers 28554 and 28555, installed on 1999-2013 chevrolet and gmc full size vans, pickup trucks, and suv's with a full floating rear end
Defect Summary
Skf usa, inc. (skf) is recalling certain axle seals, part numbers 28554 and 28555, installed on 1999-2013 chevrolet and gmc full size vans, pickup trucks, and suv's with a full floating rear end. the inner diameter of the affected seals may be too large to adequately contain the differential gear oil, allowing it to leak onto the rear brakes.
Corrective Action
Skf will notify owners. for vehicles that had seal 28554 installed, service centers will inspect each vehicle and replace any axle seal that is leaking. vehicles that had axle seal 28555 installed will have their axle seals replaced. these services will be performed free of charge. the recall began during september 2014. owners may contact skf customer service at 1-800-644-8999. skf's number for this recall is pro14-004usca.