Recall 09V-199: 2009 Great Dane Trailer
GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jun 2, 2009, covering about 43 vehicles.
The problem
Great dane trailers is recalling 43 model year 2009 semi-trailer converter dollies, model dly-0022-00099, manufactured for fedex ground between july 16 and august 13, 2008, equipped with certain haldex quick release valves (Qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
The risk
Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Great dane will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began onjune 8, 2009. Owners may contact great dane at 1-912-644-2100.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Quick Release Valve |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V199000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 09V-199?
Great dane trailers is recalling 43 model year 2009 semi-trailer converter dollies, model dly-0022-00099, manufactured for fedex ground between july 16 and august 13, 2008, equipped with certain haldex quick release valves (Qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
How is recall 09V-199 fixed?
Great dane will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began onjune 8, 2009. Owners may contact great dane at 1-912-644-2100.
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.