2008 Cottrell Trailer recalls and problems
The 2008 Cottrell Trailer has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Cottrell dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2008 Cottrell Trailer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2008 Cottrell Trailer recalls
Recall 12V-370: Suspension
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.
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.
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.
Recall 11V-594: Power Train
Problem: Cottrell is recalling all models of cottrell trailers, model year 2006 through 2011, equipped with meritor axles that contain the fag brand bearing system. The bearing system has exhibited low durability life in certain vehicle applications.
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.
Fix: Meritor is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Please see meritors recall (Nhtsa no. 11e-015). Meritor will perform the repairs free of charge. Owners may contact meritor's ontrac performance plus call center at 1-866-668-7221.
Other Cottrell Trailer years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Cottrell Trailer have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Cottrell Trailer: 12V-370 (suspension), 11V-594 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Cottrell recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cottrell dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.