GREAT DANE CONVERTER DOLLY 2015: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V378000

Make Model Year
GREAT DANE CONVERTER DOLLY 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2015-07-28 2015-06-16 2015-06-16

Production Dates: 2014-02-18 - 2014-10-27

Manufacturers Involved: Great Dane Trailers

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 111

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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.

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.