The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·22V159000·Announced 2022-03-15

Great Dane Recalls 2022 Trailers Due to Loose Suspension Bolts

Great Dane is recalling 2022 Champion and Everest trailers because suspension bolts were not properly tightened, posing a crash risk.

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 (suspension fasteners) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and crashes, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Great Dane Trailers is recalling certain 2022 Champion Dry Van and Everest Refrigerated trailers. The recall addresses suspension radius rod mounting bolts that were not properly tightened, which could allow the bolts to come loose and fall out.

Loose or missing bolts can cause the suspension to shift rearward, resulting in a loss of vehicle control. Additionally, bolts that fall off can become a road hazard. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and tighten the radius rod fasteners free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 20, 2022. Owners may contact Great Dane's customer service at 1-877-369-3493 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
GREAT DANE CHAMPION, EVEREST
Brand
GREAT DANE
Manufacturer
Great Dane Trailers
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
1,261

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 (2)

  • CHAMPION
  • EVEREST

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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