Recall 25V331 affects 2 2026 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer trailers because lift gate cylinder pins can seize. Do not drive. Free repair.
Do not drive or tow the trailer until the lift gate cylinder pins have been replaced. A lift gate that fails during operation increases the risk of injury to anyone using or standing near it. Keep people clear of the lift gate, and ask about towing if the trailer must move. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer.
Hyundai Translead is recalling 2 2026 Dry Van Trailer vehicles because the cylinder pin in the slide liftgate can seize when it lacks lubrication, causing lift gate failure. A lift gate that fails during operation increases the risk of injury. Do not drive until a Hyundai Translead dealer completes the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The liftgate on the 2026 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer is a Waltco ZS-44 heavy-duty slide lift with a single-folding platform. It slides out from the trailer body and raises or lowers cargo so an operator can load freight without a dock. A lift cylinder moves that platform, and the cylinder pivot pin lets the cylinder rotate as the platform changes angle.
On affected trailers, the cylinder pivot pin did not get enough lubricant into the pin area during manufacturing. Without enough lubrication, the pin can seize in the bore, which means it stops rotating freely inside its mounting hole. When that happens under load, the liftgate can malfunction or fail, increasing the risk of injury to the operator. The redesigned lift cylinder pin uses integrated grease ports to get lubricant where the recalled pin lacked it.
There is no warning sign before failure. Treat liftgate binding, uneven movement, or unusual resistance as a reason to stop using the liftgate and contact a Hyundai Translead service provider.
Who's affected?
| 2026 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer | body structure |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
| 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?
Do not drive or tow the trailer until the lift gate cylinder pins have been replaced. A lift gate that fails during operation increases the risk of injury to anyone using or standing near it. Keep people clear of the lift gate, and ask about towing if the trailer must move. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the trailer until the lift gate cylinder-pin repair is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the trailer has to be moved for service; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact Hyundai Translead customer service to schedule the free lift gate cylinder-pin replacement that fixes the lift gate failure risk.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 25V331 when you call.
What happens at the repair
Do not drive the trailer until the repair is complete. At the dealer, a Hyundai Translead technician replaces the lift gate cylinder pins that can seize from insufficient lubrication. The recall repair is free, and the source labor time is 90 minutes per liftgate, with 30 more minutes authorized for each seized pin. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through normal warranty procedures, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask the service desk how Hyundai Translead warranty coverage applies to prior repair paperwork.
| Estimated time at dealer | 90 minutes |
|---|---|
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
Timeline
| May 21, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| May 21, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 21, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 21, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 2, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 10, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V331?
Recall 25V331 covers 2 2026 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer vehicles with slide liftgate cylinder pins that can seize from insufficient lubrication. A lift gate failure during operation increases injury risk. Hyundai Translead will replace the lift gate cylinder pins for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 25V331. If it is, do not drive or use the trailer until the repair is complete. Contact Hyundai Translead customer service at 1-800-251-0871 and reference recall 25V331 or Hyundai Translead recall 25E-025.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Hyundai Translead will replace the affected lift gate cylinder pins free of charge, and owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2025.
What does do not drive mean for this trailer?
Do not drive means the trailer should stay out of service until Hyundai Translead completes the repair. The defect involves the slide liftgate cylinder pin, and lift gate failure during operation increases injury risk. Ask Hyundai Translead how the trailer should be moved if relocation is necessary.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V331000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Translead customer service | 1-800-251-0871 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V331 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V331000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →