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.
Harley-Davidson is recalling 1,560 model year 2015 Tri-Glide motorcycles because a defective rear brake master cylinder piston may cause brake failure and increase crash risk.
Spartan is recalling 2013-2015 trucks because damaged air brake valves may reduce braking performance or cause parking brakes to reapply, increasing crash risk.
Wabash National is recalling 2014-2016 Van Trailers because defective brake actuators may cause dragging or overheating, increasing the risk of fire and crash.
Daimler is recalling 2014-2015 Freightliner trucks because defective air brake valves may reduce braking performance and increase crash risk.
PACCAR is recalling specific 2014-2015 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because defective parking brake valves may reduce braking performance and increase crash risk.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2013-2015 Freightliner M2 trucks because the parking brake may apply unintentionally while driving, increasing crash risk.
Hino is recalling 2,641 model year 2012-2015 XJC and XFC trucks because a software issue may prevent the brake warning lamp from illuminating, increasing crash risk.
Briggs & Stratton is recalling about 8,500 Snapper rear engine riding mowers because a weld on the drive axle can fail, causing loss of brake control.
BMW is recalling specific 2012-2014 models because a vacuum pump may fail due to insufficient lubrication, reducing braking power and increasing crash risk.
Bad Boy Buggies is recalling about 4,460 recreational off-road vehicles because brake issues can reduce braking ability, posing a crash hazard.
Mitsubishi is recalling certain 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles because a cracked brake booster switch sleeve may prevent the brake pedal from returning, increasing crash risk.
Volvo is recalling 3,175 model year 2014-2015 VAH, VNL, and VNM trucks because disc brake caliper bolts may not be tightened to specification, increasing crash risk.
Gillig is recalling 90 model year 2014 Low Floor transit buses because crossed air brake supply lines may cause brake failure, increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles because the electronic parking brake may not fully retract, potentially causing a fire.
New Flyer is recalling 2013-2014 transit buses because a mounting plate may cause brake binding and increased crash risk.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2014-2015 Western Star 4900 trucks manufactured without Anti-lock Brake Systems, which increases the risk of wheel lockup and crashes.
Mitsubishi is recalling 2010-2014 i-MiEV electric vehicles because the brake vacuum pump may stop functioning, potentially increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
Porsche is recalling certain 2015 Macan vehicles because the brake booster may have been damaged during installation, potentially reducing braking force and increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2009-2010 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Pontiac G3 vehicles because brake fluid may corrode ABS valves, potentially reducing braking performance.
Gillig is recalling 252 Low Floor transit buses from 2013-2014 because they may lack a rear brake quick release valve, potentially causing rear wheel lockup.
SKF is recalling axle seals for 1999-2013 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles because leaking gear oil can contaminate brakes and increase crash risk.
East Coast Cycle Supply is recalling Trayl TRN mountain bikes because the brakes may fail to stop riders within federal safety distances.
Hyundai is recalling 2011 Sonata vehicles because brake lines may leak fluid, increasing stopping distance and crash risk. Dealers will replace the hoses free of charge.
Cycling Sports Group is recalling 2014 GT Fury Expert and Team downhill mountain bicycles because wheel hubs can break, causing brake failure and crash hazards.
Brake Parts Inc. is recalling specific ACDelco, Carquest, Federated, and Raybestos rear wheel brake shoes because the lining may detach from the steel shoe, potentially reducing braking force or causing wheel lockup.