Recall 10V506 affects 198 2011 Hyundai Translead Compositive trailers for missing suspension welds. The repair is free through Hyundai Translead service.
Hyundai Translead is recalling 198 2011 Compositive dry van trailers with Arvin Meritor suspension systems because lower seat bracket welds are missing at the axle beam. NHTSA's consequence describes the axle rolling out of position, affected trailer handling, and loss of vehicle control; the Hyundai Translead dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Arvin Meritor suspension system under the 2011 Hyundai Translead Compositive 53-foot dry van trailer carries the trailer load and keeps the axle aligned under the frame. The lower seat bracket is the mounting point where suspension hardware meets the axle beam, so it has to stay firmly attached while the trailer moves, turns, and carries weight.
On affected trailers, welds at the interface between the lower seat bracket and axle beam are missing. Without those welds, the bracket and axle beam are not joined as designed. Road vibration and loaded miles can put extra stress on that connection, which leaves the suspension less secure than intended.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or fleet technician should not expect a dashboard light, noise, or handling change to identify the missing welds before the trailer is inspected.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Hyundai Translead Compositive | suspension component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 198 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Missing welds can let the axle move out of position and affect trailer handling. That handling change increases crash risk because the driver can lose control of the vehicle. Confirm whether the trailer VIN is included and arrange service before regular use. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Hyundai Translead Compositive trailer is included in this recall.
- Use the October 27, 2010 recall notice if you received one, or call Hyundai Translead customer service if you never received a notice.
- Reference recall number 10V506 when you call about the missing lower-seat-bracket welds that can let the axle move out of position.
- Schedule the free suspension repair before hauling with the trailer again.
- Avoid using the trailer until the weld repair is complete, especially if handling feels unstable.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai Translead technician handles the repair for the Arvin Meritor suspension system identified in this recall. The concern is missing welds where the lower seat bracket meets the axle beam, so the repair should focus on that suspension interface and the related axle hardware. The final dealer repair will be free once available. Because the remedy status is not listed here, confirm with Hyundai Translead before scheduling service so the trailer is routed to the correct repair location.
Timeline
| October 12, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 27, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V506?
Recall 10V506 covers 198 2011 Hyundai Translead Compositive 53 foot composite dry van trailers with Arvin Meritor suspension systems. Missing welds at the lower seat bracket and axle beam can let the axle roll out of position and affect trailer handling.
What should I do if my 2011 Hyundai Translead Compositive is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 10V506. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai Translead service location or Arvin Meritor with the recall number and ask how to schedule the suspension repair.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Hyundai Translead's remedy states that affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the safety defect at no cost to the owner, including parts and labor for the covered suspension repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of trailer control. Missing welds in the suspension system can allow the axle to roll out of position, changing how the trailer handles and increasing crash risk. Confirm the VIN before continued service and arrange the free repair if the trailer is included.
When did the Hyundai Translead recall repair begin?
The safety recall began on October 27, 2010. Because that date has passed, owners of affected 2011 Hyundai Translead Compositive trailers should use the VIN check, reference recall 10V506, and contact Hyundai Translead or Arvin Meritor for repair scheduling.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V506000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Translead customer service | 1-248-435-0896 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V506 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V506000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →