Recall 23V-859: 2019–2023 Doosan Portable Power Mobile Generator

Doosan Portable Power recall for service brakes, reported to NHTSA on Dec 19, 2023, covering about 1,799 vehicles.

Do not drive this vehicle until the recall repair is done.
NHTSA number
23V-859
Report date
Dec 19, 2023
Vehicles affected
1,799
Owners notified
Jan 23, 2024

The problem

Doosan Portable Power (Doosan) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Portable Generator Trailers. The electric brake harness was connected to the battery disconnect switch instead of the positive distribution lug of the battery, deenergizing the brakes when the battery disconnect switch is in the off position.

The risk

Deenergized brakes will not engage, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners will be instructed to immediately stop towing the affected trailers until repairs have been made. Dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2024. Owners may contact Doosan customer service at 1-800-633-5200. Doosan's number for this recall is 12-23-8.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerDoosan Portable Power
ComponentService Brakes
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number23V859000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Doosan Portable Power Mobile Generator2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023All years

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 23V-859?

Doosan Portable Power (Doosan) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Portable Generator Trailers. The electric brake harness was connected to the battery disconnect switch instead of the positive distribution lug of the battery, deenergizing the brakes when the battery disconnect switch is in the off position.

How is recall 23V-859 fixed?

Owners will be instructed to immediately stop towing the affected trailers until repairs have been made. Dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2024. Owners may contact Doosan customer service at 1-800-633-5200. Doosan's number for this recall is 12-23-8.

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.