2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2014-10-17
Description
Great dane trailers (great dane) is recalling certain model year 2015 converter dollies manufactured march 7, 2014, to may 16, 2014. Due a problem with a brake valve, the affected trailers may experience brake drag.
Consequence
If the trailer brake drags, the wheel end may overheat, resulting in a fire. Also, the wheel may detach. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Great dane will notify owners. Great dane will replace the suspect tr-3 valve with a new replacement tr-3 valve and re-orientation of the dc-4 valve. The recall began on december 19, 2014. Owners may contact great dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2015-06-16
Description
Great dane trailers (great dane) is recalling certain model year 2015 converter dolly trailers manufactured february 18, 2014, october 27, 2014. Due to a problem with the brake valve, the affected dollies may experience brake drag.
Consequence
If the brakes drag on the converter dolly, the wheel end may overheat, resulting in a fire. Also, the wheel may detach. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.