Recall 17V842 affects 259 2017 Hyundai Translead Composite and Hycube trailers for loose brake caliper bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer.
Hyundai Translead is recalling 259 2017 Composite and Hycube trailers under recall 17V842 because improperly torqued brake caliper bolts on MPA/MTA suspensions with Meritor EX225 brakes can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange. Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash, and Hyundai Translead dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2017 Hyundai Translead Composite and Hycube trailers use air disc brake calipers mounted at the trailer axles. A brake caliper holds the brake pads and clamps them against the disc when air pressure applies the brakes. The caliper depends on its mounting bolts staying tightened to the specified force.
On the affected trailers, the caliper bolts on Meritor EX225 brake assemblies with MPA/MTA suspensions were not tightened to specification during axle and suspension assembly. A loose bolt lets the caliper move against the mounting flange instead of staying fixed. If the bolt backs out far enough, the caliper can detach, reducing braking at that wheel and leading to brake failure.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or technician should not count on noise, pedal feel, or a dashboard alert to identify this defect before the caliper mounting loses clamp force.
Who's affected?
Both trailer models are listed for the brake system and rear suspension.
| 2017 Hyundai Translead Composite | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Hyundai Translead Composite | rear suspension |
| 2017 Hyundai Translead Hycube | brake system |
| 2017 Hyundai Translead Hycube | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 259 |
A matching 2017 Hyundai Translead Composite or Hycube trailer does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improperly torqued caliper bolts can let the brake caliper detach from its mounting flange. If that happens, braking ability is lost and crash risk increases. Schedule the recall inspection soon and treat any brake change as a reason to stop and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Hyundai Translead Composite or Hycube trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai Translead dealer to schedule the free brake caliper bolt inspection and any needed bolt replacement.
- Reference recall number 17V842 and Hyundai Translead recall 17E049 when you call.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the Meritor EX225 brake caliper bolts and replace any loose or missing bolts so the caliper stays secured to the mounting flange.
- Limit trailer use until the inspection and any needed repair are complete because a detached caliper can reduce braking ability.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai Translead technician inspects the brake caliper bolts on the affected MPA and MTA suspension axles with Meritor EX225 brakes. Any loose or missing bolts are replaced free of charge, so the caliper stays secured to the mounting flange. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Hyundai Translead has a general reimbursement plan on file for qualifying repairs paid before the recall notice. If you already paid for this brake caliper bolt repair, bring documentation to the service desk and ask how to submit it under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 21, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 12, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| January 12, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 12, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 19, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V842?
Recall 17V842 covers 259 2017 Hyundai Translead Composite and Hycube trailers with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts were not properly torqued, which can let the caliper detach from the mounting flange and reduce braking ability.
What should I do if my 2017 Hyundai Translead Composite or Hycube is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V842. If it is, contact a Hyundai Translead dealer to schedule the brake inspection. The dealer will inspect the caliper bolts and replace loose or missing bolts for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Hyundai Translead dealers will inspect the brake caliper bolts and replace loose or missing bolts free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 17V842?
The safety risk is reduced braking ability. If the brake caliper bolts are improperly torqued and the caliper detaches from the mounting flange, braking ability is lost at that wheel, which raises crash risk. The repair path is a free dealer inspection and bolt replacement if needed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V842000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Translead customer service | 1-819-574-1500 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V842 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V842000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →