The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·22V905000·Announced 2022-12-08

Hyundai Translead Recalls 2020-2021 Trailers Due to Brake Pad Retaining Clip Defect

Hyundai Translead is recalling 2020-2021 Dry Van and Reefer Trailers because a loose brake pad retaining clip may detach, reducing brake performance or causing a flat tire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. 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 reduce brake performance and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Hyundai Translead is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dry Van Trailers and Reefer Trailers. The recall addresses a defect in the brake pad retaining assembly where the retaining clip may be loose or could detach, potentially loosening the brake pad.

A detached retaining clip or bracket can damage the brake pad, which reduces brake performance. It may also damage a tire valve, causing a flat tire, or become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will repair the spring bracket assembly free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai Translead's customer service at 1-800-251-0871 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD REEFER TRAILER, DRY VAN TRAILER
Brand
HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD
Manufacturer
Hyundai Translead
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
39

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)

  • REEFER TRAILER
  • DRY VAN TRAILER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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