Hayes Sway Master Hayes Sway Master recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 21, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Syncro Corporation recalls Hayes Sway Master Hayes Sway Master

Recall number

18E045000

Brand / firm

Hayes Sway Master

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,944 units

Why it was recalled

If the trailer brakes cannot be applied, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Syncro Corporation (Syncro) is recalling certain Hayes Sway Master aftermarket sway control products, part number 81775. These units may conflict with the tow vehicle's factory-installed integrated brake controllers thereby disabling the tow vehicle's ability to apply the trailer brakes

What to do

Syncro will notify owners, instructing them to return the unit for repair, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2018. Owners may contact Hayes Customer Service at phone number 1-800-882-1204.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.