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Brake defect recalls

Recalls tagged “Brake defect”, newest first. 36 recalls
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1 recall

Koenigsegg CC850 Vehicles

The Koenigsegg CC850's electronic parking brake may not engage properly in reverse, allowing unintended vehicle movement, which increases crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Ford Anti-Lock Brake System Modules

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) modules may be programmed with incorrect software, preventing the ABS from functioning as intended.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Maybach S-Class Vehicles

Front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, Brake defect

2 recalls

Mack Anthem AN and Pioneer PR Trucks

Mack Anthem and Pioneer vehicles have inaccurate axle load calculations that can reduce braking performance, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

Volvo Trucks VNL and VNR Trucks

Volvo VNL and VNR vehicles have inaccurate axle load calculations that may reduce braking performance, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Nova Bus LFS (2024-2025)

The parking brake may activate unintentionally, causing the bus to suddenly slow or stop without brake lights.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Freightliner Cascadia (2020-2023) and Western Star 49X (2022)

Brake modulator valves may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Peterbilt 548 (2027) — Service Brakes, Air

The Peterbilt 548 trucks have front brake valves and hoses that may be the incorrect size, delaying brake response and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Autocar E-Actt (2023-2027)

The Antilock Braking System may fail on Autocar E-ACTT terminal tractors, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, Brake defect

2 recalls

Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus

The Blue Bird Vision transit bus has a brake fluid leak that can cause a fire or crash.

NHTSA, Brake defect

Blue Bird Vision School Bus

The Blue Bird Vision school bus has a brake fluid leak that can cause a fire or crash.

NHTSA, Brake defect

2 recalls

GasGas ES 350 (2024), GasGas ES 500 (2024), Husqvarna FE 350S (2022-2024), and Husqvarna FE 501S (2022-2024)

Rear brake calipers on certain Husqvarna and GasGas motorcycles may crack and break, reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

Kenworth T680 (2027) and Peterbilt 579 (2026-2027)

The trailer air connection quick release valve may be incorrectly installed, which can cause the trailer to become unstable and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

BMW 530I (2024-2025), BMW 530I Xdrive (2024-2025), BMW 540I Xdrive (2024-2025), and 15 more

The integrated brake system may malfunction.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

International HV

The service brake may take longer than expected to release, increasing the risk of crash.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Aston Martin Valkyrie

The Aston Martin Valkyrie has a brake master cylinder seal that can deform, causing overheated brakes and a fire risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Nova Bus LFS (1997-2002, 2005-2024) and Nova Bus LFS Artic (2009-2014, 2016-2024)

Nova Bus LFS transit buses have a low brake air pressure warning light that may fail to illuminate when the engine is off, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

International HV

The service brake may take longer to release, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Fly Wing Snake 250 EFI Motorcycles

Brake pads may fail to stop the motorcycle in wet conditions, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

2 recalls

Mack Anthem and Pioneer Trucks

Mack Pioneer and Anthem vehicles have rear brake modulators that may short circuit, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

Volvo Trucks VNR and VNL Trucks

Volvo VNR and VNL vehicles have rear brake modulators that may short circuit, causing loss of anti-lock brakes and stability control, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Tesla Cybertruck (2024-2026)

The Cybertruck's brake rotor stud holes may crack, allowing the stud to separate from the wheel hub.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Audi E-Tron Quattro (2021-2023), Audi E-Tron Sportback (2020-2023), and 3 more

The brake pedal may detach from the brake booster, causing loss of brake function and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Harley-Davidson FLHC, FXBB, FXLRS, and FXLRST Softail Motorcycles

The rear brake line may contact the Body Control Module (BCM), resulting in a hole in the brake line, a brake fluid leak, and loss of the rear brakes.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

2025 Can-Am Origin Electric Motorcycles

A fatigue failure of the front brake caliper support may occur and result in inoperative front brakes.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Volvo VNL Trucks

Volvo VNL vehicles have a delayed brake release that can increase the risk of crash.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Freedom and Spirit of Mobility Transit Buses

The transit buses have rear brake lines that may be installed incorrectly, causing the anti-lock brake system to malfunction and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

IC Bus CESB School Buses

The IC Bus CESB school buses have brake lines that may be damaged and leak, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Rossmonster Baja Ex and Baja LX Motorhomes

Brake lines on Baja Ex and Baja LX motorhomes may contact the tire, get damaged, and leak, decreasing braking performance and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Ford Transit (2025)

The Ford Transit's brake pedal may disconnect, causing a loss of brake function and increasing crash risk.

High risk, NHTSA, Do not drive

1 recall

Volvo VNL Trucks

Volvo VNL (4) vehicles may have inadequate parking brake force, which can cause a rollaway and increase crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Oshkosh NGDV Vehicles

NGDV vehicles have a brake pedal mounting pin and retaining clip that may not be installed, causing loss of braking ability and crash risk.

NHTSA, Brake defect

2 recalls

Zero DSR/X, DS, DSR, and DSRP (2024-2025)

Damaged front brake hoses on certain Zero motorcycles can leak brake fluid and reduce braking ability.

NHTSA, Brake defect

Ducati: Streetfighter V4, Streetfighter V4 S, Panigale V4, and Panigale V4 S (2025-2026)

Excessive heat may damage the rear brake hose between the ABS control unit and brake caliper, resulting in a sudden loss of the rear brakes.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Fwmoto FLY E-BIKE FLY-10 Scooters

The brake pads may provide insufficient braking performance.

NHTSA, Brake defect

1 recall

Chevrolet Blazer EV

The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, causing unintended brake activation or loss of function.

NHTSA, Brake defect
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