CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE
- Problem
- Hyundai Translead is recalling certain 2017-2018 Duralite HT Flatbed trailers with bulkheads. The brackets on the sill may break away from the flatbed, possibly resulting in the bulkhead detaching from the trailer.
- Risk
- If the bulkhead brackets fail, the bulkhead can fall off of the trailer and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai Translead will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the front area of the flatbed, free of charge. The recall began September 24, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai Translead customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai Translead's number for this recall is 801440.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The brackets that attach the bulkhead to the sill of certain 2017-2018 Duralite HT flatbed trailers may break away from the flatbed. If the brackets fail, the bulkhead can detach from the trailer and fall onto the road, becoming a hazard to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer will notify owners, and authorized dealers will reinforce the front area of the flatbed at no cost to you. Owners can also contact Hyundai Translead customer service at 1-800-251-0871, referencing recall number 801440.
Check your trailer's VIN for open recalls and schedule the free repair with an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Translead Duralite HT | 20172018 |
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