Defect Description For Recall
Great Dane Trailers Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 Dry Freight Semi-Trailers. The Axle Nut Retaining Clips May Not Have Been Properly Seated. Disengagement Of The Axle Nut Retaining Clips Could Lead To Excessive Wheel End Play And/Or Wheel Separation.
Make Of Vehicle
GREAT DANE
Model Of Vehicle
DRY FREIGHT SEMI-TRAILER
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
13V018000
Component Description
Suspension:Multiple Axle
Effect Of Defect
A Wheel Separation May Result In A Loss Of Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. Additionally, A Separated Wheel May Become A Significant Road Hazard.
Fix Defect
Great Dane Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Axle Nut Retaining Clips And Correct Their Installation As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On February 12, 2013. Owners May Contact Great Dane Customer Service At 1-877-369-3493.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Great Dane Trailers
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
654
Date Owners Notified
20130212
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Great Dane Trailers
Date Report Received
20130122