2015 GREAT DANE CONVERTER DOLLY

2 recalls — 0 complaints — 8 TSBs

15V378000 Jun 16, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain model year 2015 Converter Dolly trailers manufactured February 18, 2014, October 27, 2014. Due to a problem with the brake valve, the affected dollies may experience brake drag.
Consequence
If the brakes drag on the converter dolly, the wheel end may overheat, resulting in a fire. Also, the wheel may detach. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake valves, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
111 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Great Dane Trailers
14V653000 Oct 17, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain model year 2015 Converter Dollies manufactured March 7, 2014, to May 16, 2014. Due a problem with a brake valve, the affected trailers may experience brake drag.
Consequence
If the trailer brake drags, the wheel end may overheat, resulting in a fire. Also, the wheel may detach. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Great Dane will notify owners. Great Dane will replace the suspect TR-3 valve with a new replacement TR-3 valve and re-orientation of the DC-4 valve. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
125 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Great Dane Trailers

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2015 GREAT DANE CONVERTER DOLLY

8 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
030000 BRAKES (PWS)5
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY1
034300 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE1
350000 EQUIPMENT1
1GR-00006-08 Jan 31, 2017
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
This communication informs branches and dealers of instructions for repair procedures to address potential welding issues on convertor dolly frames
15V-378 Jul 1, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BENDIX TR-3 BRAKE VALVE RECALL
TSB Recall 15V-3 Jul 1, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TSB - BENDIX TR-3 BRAKE VALVE RECALL
15V-378 BENDIX T Jul 1, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BENDIX TR-3 BRAKE VALVE RECALL
TSB Recall 15V-3 Jul 1, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TSB - BENDIX TR-3 BRAKE VALVE RECALL
15V-378 Jul 1, 2015
034300 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
ENDIX TR-3 BRAKE VALVE RECALL
TSB Recall 15V-3 Jul 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB - BENDIX TR-3 BRAKE VALVE RECALL
TSB Recall 15V-3 Jul 1, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TSB - BENDIX TR-3 BRAKE VALVE RECALL

GREAT DANE CONVERTER DOLLY — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the GREAT DANE CONVERTER DOLLY across all model years (2015–2016).

3 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

GREAT DANE CONVERTER DOLLY — Year by Year

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