2009 Great Dane Trailer recalls and problems

The 2009 Great Dane Trailer has 3 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Great Dane dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2009 Great Dane Trailer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2009 Great Dane Trailer recalls

Recall 11V-093: Structure

Reported Feb 10, 2011 · 320 vehicles affected · GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Problem: Great dane is recalling certain 2009 through 2012 refrigerated semi-trailers built with a particular design side door ramp bracket installation. If the bracket clip fastener fails, the ramp could become disengaged from the trailer.

Risk: The ramp could fall resulting in serious injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and make the necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2011. Owners may contact great dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.

Recall 11V-023: Power Train

Reported Jan 19, 2011 · 121 vehicles affected · GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Problem: Great dane is recalling certain 2007 through 2009 semi-trailer vans equipped with arvinmeritor tl axles shipped between april 2005 through july 2008. The spindle nut may not have been properly torqued or not torqued at all allowing excessive end-play in the wheel-end system that could progress to a wheel separation.

Risk: Separation of a wheel from the vehicle will reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle and could result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Great dane will notify owners and recall repairs will be performed by arvinmeritor free of charge. The safety recall began on january 31, 2011. Owners may contact great dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 or arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-1725.

Recall 09V-199: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Jun 2, 2009 · 43 vehicles affected · GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

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.

Risk: Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.

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.

2009 Great Dane Trailer problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Air1

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 30,000 miles (median of owner reports).

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 2009 Great Dane Trailer complaints

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

Service Brakes, Air · at 30,000 miles · reported Jan 20, 2011
The contact owns a 2010 great dane trailer (Na). The contact noticed that the emergency airline was not holding air, causing the brake system to turn on. The contact noticed this same failure with twenty eight other trailers that he owns of the same make and model. The dealer was contacted who was aware of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact did not inform the manufacturer nor was the vehicle repaired. The current and failure mileages were 30,000. Updated 06/30/11 pictures was included. Updated 01/04/12

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Great Dane Trailer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2009 Great Dane Trailer: 11V-093 (structure), 11V-023 (power train), 09V-199 (service brakes, air). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Great Dane Trailer?

Owners report service brakes, air problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 30,000 miles.

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.