2006 Great Dane Trailer recalls and problems

The 2006 Great Dane Trailer has 3 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Great Dane dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Great Dane Trailer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Great Dane Trailer recalls

Recall 07V-461: Trailer Hitches

Reported Sep 28, 2007 · 53 vehicles affected · GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Problem: 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.

Risk: This could result in separation of the towed vehicle from the semi-trailer which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install the grade 8 carbon steel bolts in order to insure that the mounting of the pintle hook meets the required recommendations free of charge. The recall began on october 29, 2007. Owners may contact great dane at 1-800-633-4176.

Recall 07V-406: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Sep 6, 2007 · 180 vehicles affected · GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Problem: 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. The valves contain a ball seat piston that may become dislodged during an ABS event and not perform properly.

Risk: Drivers would not be warned of a brake system failure increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Great dane is working with fed-ex to replace the ABS valves free of charge. Fed-ex has dead-lined these vehicles until the repair has been performed.

Recall 05V-493: Suspension

Reported Oct 25, 2005 · 650 vehicles affected · GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

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.

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

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.

2006 Great Dane Trailer problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension1
Equipment1
Electrical System1
Tires1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Rear › Axle › Spindle — 1
  • Equipment › Electrical — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Great Dane Trailer complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · reported Jul 26, 2010
Consumer was driving a 2005 international 9400i, but the 2006 great dane trailer he was towing had the tire blow out. Right rear tire on unit 1 blew. Tire re-tread from unit 1 struck unit 2 grill. (Ohio traffic crash police report # 10-078-90. Updated 08/06/10
Electrical System · reported Mar 15, 2007
The contact's employer owns a 2006 great dane trailer. The electrical system h failed. The manufacturer diagnosed the trailer as needing a new wiring harness. The current and failure mileage was unknown. The trailer information unknown.
Equipment · reported Dec 18, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated the rear and side light markers could not be seen in the rear mirrors when the trailer was being towed, although the glow was visible. The manufacturer was notified. Manufacturer: great dane trailers. Model: freedom
Suspension · reported Dec 17, 2005
Rear axle of 2006 great dane trailer is over heating to the point that it melts the oil caps. Has been in the garage three times, each time they loosened the bearings 0.001 of an inch even though it states in the manual that adjusting nut should be torque to 50 lb-FT not loosened. Loosening the adjusting nut could cause the wheel to come off during vehicle operation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Great Dane Trailer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2006 Great Dane Trailer: 07V-461 (trailer hitches), 07V-406 (service brakes, air), 05V-493 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Great Dane Trailer?

Owners report suspension problems most often (1 reports), followed by equipment (1).

Are Great Dane recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Great Dane dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.