Recall 13V079000 — STRUCTURE Defect in 2011-2011 GREAT DANE DRY FREIGHT SEMI-TRAILER
RECALL This recall affects up to 698 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 13V079000 |
| Manufacturer | Great Dane Trailers |
| Vehicles Affected | 698 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Great Dane Trailers is recalling certain model year 2011 Dry Freight Semi-Trailers. Welds at the bottom of the I-beam bogie frame may have been improperly applied. The cracking and failure of these welds may lead to hanger and axle disengagement.
Safety Consequence
A hanger and axle disengagement from the bogie frame could lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The remedy for this recall campaign is still under development. The owner was notified on March 4, 2013, and repairs are well underway. Therefore, an owner notification will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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