Recall 05V-493: 2005–2006 Great Dane Trailer

GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Oct 25, 2005, covering about 650 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-493
Report date
Oct 25, 2005
Vehicles affected
650
Owners notified
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The problem

On certain van and refrigerated semi-trailers equipped with tuthill suspensions, model 20/22ar and rs3162, the beam/axle pivot connection joint is mis-aligned causing excessive play with the trailer allowing the trailer to wander.

The risk

Should the trailer wander a vehicle crash could occur without notice.

The fix

Great dane is working with tuthill to notify the owners of the affected vehicles and provide free remedy. Owners may contact tuthill at 800-753-0025 or great dane at 912-644-2100.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerGREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
ComponentSuspension
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V493000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Great Dane Trailer2005, 2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 05V-493?

On certain van and refrigerated semi-trailers equipped with tuthill suspensions, model 20/22ar and rs3162, the beam/axle pivot connection joint is mis-aligned causing excessive play with the trailer allowing the trailer to wander.

How is recall 05V-493 fixed?

Great dane is working with tuthill to notify the owners of the affected vehicles and provide free remedy. Owners may contact tuthill at 800-753-0025 or great dane at 912-644-2100.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.