Hyundai Translead Recalls 2017 Trailers Due to Brake Caliper Bolt Defect
Hyundai Translead is recalling 2017 Composite and HyCube trailers because improperly torqued brake caliper bolts may allow the caliper to detach, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that can lead to a loss of braking ability and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Hyundai Translead is recalling certain 2017 model year Composite and HyCube trailers. The affected vehicles are equipped with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes. The recall covers 259 units.
The brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly torqued, which can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange. If the caliper detaches, a loss of braking ability would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Hyundai Translead will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts, replacing any loose or missing ones, free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai Translead customer service at 1-819-574-1500 or Meritor at 1-866-668-7221.
The recalled product
- Product
- HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD COMPOSITE, HYCUBE
- Brand
- HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Translead
- Category
- Vehicle — Trailer
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 259
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- COMPOSITE
- HYCUBE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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