Recall 08V-086: 2007–2008 Hyundai Translead Converter Dolly Trailer
HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Feb 26, 2008, covering about 605 vehicles.
The problem
Hyundai translead is recalling 605 my 2007-2008 converter dolly trailers equipped with saf-holland simplex fifth wheels. A deformed spacer may prevent the lever bar from fully articulating, thus preventing the sliding lock from engaging the jaw in the coupled position around the trailer kingpin.
The risk
Failure of the fifth wheel to fully couple with the trailer could result in the trailer detaching when in motion causing serious damage and /or death.
The fix
Hyundai translead is working with saf-holland. Saf-holland will send a repair kit to owners free of charge. The recall began on march 4, 2008. Owners may contact saf-holland at 1-888-396-6501 ext. 4343 or hyundai translead at 619-680-3144.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V086000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-086?
Hyundai translead is recalling 605 my 2007-2008 converter dolly trailers equipped with saf-holland simplex fifth wheels. A deformed spacer may prevent the lever bar from fully articulating, thus preventing the sliding lock from engaging the jaw in the coupled position around the trailer kingpin.
How is recall 08V-086 fixed?
Hyundai translead is working with saf-holland. Saf-holland will send a repair kit to owners free of charge. The recall began on march 4, 2008. Owners may contact saf-holland at 1-888-396-6501 ext. 4343 or hyundai translead at 619-680-3144.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.