Recall 19V658 affects 47 2017-2018 Hyundai Translead Duralite Ht trailers for failing bulkhead brackets. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer.
Hyundai Translead is recalling 47 2017-2018 Duralite Ht flatbed trailers with bulkheads because sill brackets can break away from the flatbed and let the bulkhead detach. If that happens, the bulkhead can fall onto the road and increase crash risk; Hyundai Translead dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The bulkhead on a 2017-2018 Hyundai Translead Duralite Ht flatbed trailer is the upright structure at the front of the deck. It is held to the flatbed by brackets mounted at the sill, the structural edge area that helps tie the bulkhead into the trailer frame.
On affected trailers, those sill brackets did not meet compliance in Hyundai Translead testing. A customer reported a bulkhead failure after the brackets broke away from a flatbed, and Hyundai Translead traced the same design to affected production groups. When the brackets break away, the bulkhead loses its attachment point and is at risk of detaching from the trailer.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a noise, light, or visible symptom before the bracket connection lets go.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2017 and 2018 model years with the same body or structural component listed for each year.
| 2018 Hyundai Translead Duralite Ht | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2017 Hyundai Translead Duralite Ht | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 47 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the bulkhead brackets fail, the bulkhead can fall off the trailer and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Arrange the front-area reinforcement soon, and keep the trailer out of service if the bulkhead is not secure. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Hyundai Translead Duralite Ht trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai Translead dealer to schedule the free flatbed-front reinforcement that secures the bulkhead bracket area.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai Translead mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V658 when you call.
- Call Hyundai Translead customer service at 1-800-251-0871 with questions and reference Hyundai Translead recall 801440.
- Keep the trailer out of service if the bulkhead or sill brackets look loose, and ask the dealer how to move it safely.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai Translead technician reinforces the front area of the flatbed so the bulkhead support area is secured under the recall. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Hyundai Translead has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for a related flatbed or bulkhead repair before the recall work. Bring documentation of the paid repair to the service desk, or contact Hyundai Translead customer service to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 17, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 20, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| September 20, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 20, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 24, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V658?
Recall 19V658 covers 47 2017-2018 Hyundai Translead Duralite Ht flatbed trailers with bulkheads. The sill brackets can break away from the flatbed, letting the bulkhead detach and become a road hazard. Dealers will reinforce the front area for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Hyundai Translead Duralite Ht is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V658. If it is, contact a Hyundai Translead dealer to schedule the free flatbed reinforcement. Reference recall number 19V658 or Hyundai Translead recall number 801440 when you call.
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 reinforce the front area of the flatbed free of charge. Hyundai Translead customer service is available at 1-800-251-0871.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the bulkhead can detach from the trailer if the brackets fail. A detached bulkhead can become a road hazard and increase crash risk. The repair reinforces the front area of the flatbed to address the bracket failure.
What if I bought this trailer used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer VIN, not the first owner. If you never received the 2019 recall notice, check your VIN and reference recall number 19V658 when you contact a Hyundai Translead dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V658000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Translead customer service | 1-800-251-0871 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V658 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V658000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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