DORSEY CONVERTER DOLLY 2015: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Make : DORSEY Model : CONVERTER DOLLY Year : 2015
Build Dates : 2014-02-18 - 2014-10-27
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 15V378000
Date Owner's Notified: 2015-07-28 Date Received by ODI: 2015-06-16 Date Added to Database: 2015-06-16
Manufacturers Involved: Great Dane Trailers
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number:
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 111
Summary:
      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.
Remedy:
      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.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.