The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·13V079000·Announced 2013-03-05

Great Dane Recalls 2011 Dry Freight Semi-Trailers for Frame Weld Defects

Great Dane is recalling 2011 Dry Freight Semi-Trailers because improper welds on the bogie frame may crack, causing axle disengagement and loss of control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (frame weld failure) that could lead to loss of control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Great Dane Trailers is recalling certain model year 2011 Dry Freight Semi-Trailers. The recall addresses a defect where welds at the bottom of the I-beam bogie frame may have been improperly applied.

The cracking and failure of these welds may lead to hanger and axle disengagement from the bogie frame. This disengagement could lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners were notified on March 4, 2013, and repairs are well underway. Therefore, a new owner notification will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
GREAT DANE DRY FREIGHT SEMI-TRAILER
Brand
GREAT DANE
Manufacturer
Great Dane Trailers
Category
Vehicle — Semi-Trailers
Hazard
Affected units
698

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • DRY FREIGHT SEMI-TRAILER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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