Recall 11V215 affects 3,856 2010-2011 Hyundai Translead trailers, chassis, and converter dollies for brake slack-adjuster cracking. Dealer repair is free.
Hyundai Translead recalled 3,856 2010-2011 Chassis, Refrigerated Trailers, Converter Dolly Trailer, and Van Trailer units under recall 11V215 because Gunite automatic slack adjuster housings can crack under normal braking loads. A cracked housing can cause loss of braking and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The automatic slack adjuster is part of the air brake system on affected 2010-2011 Hyundai Translead Chassis, Refrigerated Trailers, Converter Dolly Trailer, and Van Trailer equipment. It keeps the brake linkage adjusted as the brake linings wear, so the air brake chamber moves the brake shoes through the right amount of travel when the brakes are applied.
These units were equipped with Gunite automatic slack adjusters. During casting, the iron in the adjuster housing did not fully knit together, meaning the metal did not form one sound structure. That leaves the housing weaker than designed. Under normal operating loads, the housing can break at the handle, leaving the brake adjuster damaged.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not identify a noise, dashboard alert, or visible symptom that comes before the housing breaks, so inspection of the affected adjuster is the practical way to find the defect.
Who's affected?
Covers Chassis, Refrigerated Trailers, Converter Dolly Trailer, and Van Trailer products across the 2010 and 2011 model years, all tied to the brake system.
| 2010 Hyundai Translead Chassis | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2010 Hyundai Translead Refrigerated Trailers | brake system |
| 2011 Hyundai Translead Chassis | brake system |
| 2011 Hyundai Translead Refrigerated Trailers | brake system |
| 2011 Hyundai Translead Converter Dolly Trailer | brake system |
| 2010 Hyundai Translead Van Trailer | brake system |
| 2011 Hyundai Translead Van Trailer | brake system |
| 2010 Hyundai Translead Converter Dolly Trailer | brake system |
| Units affected | 3,856 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
A slack adjuster with this flow notch can crack under normal braking. If it cracks, the trailer can lose braking, increasing crash risk. The filing lists no warning sign, so schedule the repair soon and stop using the trailer if braking changes. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2011 Hyundai Translead Chassis, Refrigerated Trailers, Converter Dolly Trailer, or Van Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Hyundai Translead customer service at 619-680-3144 for current repair scheduling instructions.
- Ask a franchised Hyundai Translead dealer or authorized service location about the free slack-adjuster replacement that fixes the brake-adjuster housing fracture risk.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 11V215 when you call.
- Keep the trailer out of service if braking feels abnormal, then arrange service before it is moved again.
What happens at the repair
Hyundai Translead says the safety recall began on May 3, 2011. At the dealer, a Hyundai Translead technician replaces the covered Gunite automatic slack adjusters, the brake linkage parts that keep the trailer brakes adjusted as they wear. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm that the slack adjusters on your trailer or chassis are included before repair work starts.
Timeline
| April 1, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 3, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V215?
Recall 11V215 covers 3,856 2010-2011 Hyundai Translead trailers, chassis, and converter dollies equipped with Gunite automatic slack adjusters. The slack adjuster housing can crack under normal braking, causing loss of braking and crash risk. Hyundai Translead dealers replace the affected slack adjusters for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2011 Hyundai Translead Chassis, Refrigerated Trailers, Converter Dolly Trailer, or Van Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer, chassis, or converter dolly is included in recall 11V215. If it is, contact a Hyundai Translead dealer to schedule slack adjuster replacement. Reference recall number 11V215 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Hyundai Translead's remedy says dealers will replace the affected slack adjusters free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a Hyundai Translead dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of braking. The recalled Gunite automatic slack adjuster housing can crack under normal braking loads. If that happens, braking performance can be lost, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair.
When did Hyundai Translead start this recall repair?
Hyundai Translead started the safety recall on May 3, 2011. For an included trailer, chassis, or converter dolly that still has an open recall, contact a Hyundai Translead dealer and reference recall 11V215 to schedule the free slack adjuster replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V215000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Translead customer service | 619-680-3144 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V215 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V215000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →