Great Dane Trailer recalls and problems
13 recalls and 11 owner complaints for 13 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
13
Complaints
11
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Great Dane Trailer by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Trailer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Trailer | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Trailer | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Trailer | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Trailer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Trailer | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Trailer | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Trailer | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Trailer | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Trailer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 Trailer | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 Trailer | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 Trailer | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Great Dane Trailer problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Equipment | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 |
All Great Dane Trailer recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11V-093 | Feb 10, 2011 | 2009–2012 | Structure | Great dane is recalling certain 2009 through 2012 refrigerated semi-trailers built with a particular design side door ramp bracket installation. |
| 11V-023 | Jan 19, 2011 | 2007–2009 | Power Train | Great dane is recalling certain 2007 through 2009 semi-trailer vans equipped with arvinmeritor tl axles shipped between april 2005 through july 2008. |
| 10V-501 | Oct 21, 2010 | 2011 | Suspension | Great dane is recalling certain mpa20, mpa38, and mpa40 trailers equipped with arvin meritor suspension systems. |
| 09V-199 | Jun 2, 2009 | 2009 | Service Brakes, Air | 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… |
| 08V-678 | Dec 18, 2008 | 2005 | Trailer Hitches | Great dane is recalling 2,335 my 2005 dry freight semi-trailers. |
| 07V-461 | Sep 28, 2007 | 2004–2007 | Trailer Hitches | On certain trailers, stainless steel mounting bolts of a lesser grade were used in lieu of the standard grade 8 carbon steel bolts to attach the pintle hooks. |
| 07V-406 | Sep 6, 2007 | 2006 | Service Brakes, Air | On certain federal express (Fed-ex) trucks equipped with haldex antilock brake system (Abs) electronic control unit (Ecu) valves, the valves need to be modified in order to relocate the valves in an upright position. |
| 05V-493 | Oct 25, 2005 | 2005–2006 | Suspension | 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… |
| 03V-394 | Oct 3, 2003 | 2000–2003 | Service Brakes, Air | On certain trailers equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control units (Ecu). |
| 02V-139 | Aug 15, 2002 | 2000–2001 | Service Brakes, Air | On certain trailers equipped with bendix sr-2, sr-4, and sr-5 trailer spring brake valve assemblies, the molded rubber face of the inlet/exhaust valve (I/e valve) component of the affected valves can separate from the… |
| 02V-210 | Aug 15, 2002 | 2000 | Service Brakes, Air | On certain trailers equipped with spring brake control valve assemblies, there is a recessed area on top of the valve in which a brass guide pin fits down inside the body of the valve and is held in place by a steel snap… |
| 01V-138 | Apr 23, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Trailer Hitches | Vehicle description: trailers. |
| 00V-386 | Nov 22, 2000 | 2000 | Wheels | Vehicle description: trailers equipped with hubs provided by webb wheel products. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Great Dane Trailer?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2006 Great Dane Trailer has the most reports (4). Check the 2006 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Great Dane Trailer have?
NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls covering Great Dane Trailer model years 2000–2012.
What are the most common Great Dane Trailer problems?
Owners report service brakes, air, wheels, equipment problems most often.