The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·15V378000·Announced 2015-06-16

Great Dane Recalls 2015 Converter Dollies Due to Brake Valve Defect

Great Dane is recalling 111 model year 2015 Converter Dolly trailers because a brake valve defect may cause brake drag, leading to overheating, fire, or wheel detachment.

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 (brake valve) that can lead to fire or wheel detachment, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating due to significant injury/property-damage potential.

Plain-English summary

Great Dane Trailers is recalling 111 model year 2015 Converter Dolly trailers manufactured between February 18, 2014, and October 27, 2014. The recall addresses a defect in the brake valve that may cause the brakes to drag.

If the brakes drag, the wheel end may overheat, resulting in a fire. Additionally, the wheel may detach. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake valves free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. 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 CONVERTER DOLLY
Brand
GREAT DANE
Manufacturer
Great Dane Trailers
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
111

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)

  • CONVERTER DOLLY

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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