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SevereNHTSA·17V615000·Announced 2017-10-03

Great Dane Recalls 2018 Everest Trailers Due to Brake Caliper Bolt Issue

Great Dane is recalling 2018 Everest trailers because brake caliper bolts may not be properly torqued, which could cause the caliper to detach and result in a loss of braking ability.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that could lead to a loss of braking ability and a crash, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Great Dane Trailers is recalling certain 2018 Everest trailers manufactured with MPA/MTA suspensions equipped with Meritor EX225 brakes. The recall addresses a defect where the brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly torqued, which can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange.

If the caliper bolts are improperly torqued and the caliper detaches from the mounting flange, a loss of braking ability would occur, increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the caliper mounting bolts, replacing any loose or missing ones, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2017. 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 EVEREST SS
Brand
GREAT DANE
Manufacturer
Great Dane Trailers
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
90

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)

  • EVEREST SS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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