Hazard
1,088 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 1,088 brake failure recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 839 (77%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all brake failure recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.
A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.
Halcore Group is recalling 2017 Horton ambulances because overtightened rear brake bolts may cause loss of braking power, increasing crash risk.
LiquidSpring is recalling certain Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems because overtightened rear brake banjo bolts may cause loss of rear brakes, increasing crash risk.
Foretravel is recalling 2015-2017 Realm motorhomes because restricted brake pedal movement may prevent full braking, increasing crash risk.
Jayco is recalling 2017 Seismic and Seismic Wave fifth-wheel trailers because improper wiring may prevent the breakaway switch from functioning, increasing crash risk.
Hyundai is recalling 2017 Elantra vehicles because the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist and increased stopping distance.
Advance Engineered is recalling 2014-2015 Dry Bulk Cargo Tank trailers because improperly machined spring brake valves may delay braking, increasing the risk of the trailer rolling away.
Autocar is recalling 38 Xpeditor trucks from 2013-2016 because over-braking can cause S-cam tube bolts to loosen, leading to unexpected brake engagement and increased crash risk.
4-Star Trailers is recalling 2012-2016 Gooseneck Horse trailers because a hydraulic brake line may rupture, causing a loss of braking power and increasing crash risk.
DRV Suites is recalling 2016-2017 Elite and Mobile Suites fifth wheel trailers because brake caliper bolts may loosen, potentially causing a loss of braking capability.
Volvo is recalling certain 2013-2017 VNL, VNM, and 2017 VNX trucks because incorrect software may allow oil and water to contaminate the brake system, potentially affecting braking performance.
General Motors is recalling 2016 Buick Envision vehicles because master cylinder brake lines may crack and leak fluid, potentially reducing braking performance.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2014 CLA250 vehicles because a brake booster fitting may break, increasing the force needed to apply brakes and raising crash risk.
Heartland is recalling 2016-2017 Landmark 365 fifth wheel trailers because the spare wheel may rub against the brake line, causing wear and potential loss of braking.
Lippert Components is recalling specific 7000lb and 8000lb Brake Axles because loose flange nuts may cause brakes to lock up or fail to engage, increasing crash risk.
KTM is recalling specific 2013-2016 Adventure and Super Adventure motorcycles because a fraying wiring harness can melt the brake line, potentially causing brake failure.
Toyota is recalling 7,056 model year 2016 Highlanders because the brake fluid level sensor may not be connected to the wire harness, potentially decreasing braking performance.
Polaris is recalling 2016-2017 Slingshot motorcycles because an over-tightened brake pressure switch may leak fluid, reducing brake performance and increasing crash risk.
Motor Coach Industries is recalling 2017 J4500 motorcoaches because a programming error may prevent low air pressure warnings, increasing crash risk.
Piaggio is recalling certain 2014-2016 Aprilia motorcycles because the front brake master cylinder may allow air into the hydraulic circuit, increasing braking distance.
Gillig is recalling 2014-2016 Low Floor transit buses because rear brake hoses can fray, potentially causing brake lockup or failure and increasing crash risk.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2016-2017 Freightliner M2 and 114 SD trucks because brake caliper mounting bolts may be incorrectly torqued, potentially reducing braking ability.
Cambli is recalling 2014-2015 Beverage Industry trailers because improperly machined spring brake valves may delay braking, causing the trailer to roll away.
Zero Motorcycles is recalling 96 model year 2015 SR, S, DS, and FX motorcycles because a faulty DC-DC converter may cause the anti-lock brake system and lights to stop working.
Subaru is recalling 2017 Outback vehicles because improperly tightened bolts on front brake calipers, wheel hubs, or stabilizer clamps could loosen, reducing braking capability and increasing crash risk.
Hyundai Translead is recalling 2004-2016 trailers because improperly machined spring brake valves may delay braking, increasing the risk of the trailer rolling away.