2015 GREAT DANE REEFER
3 recalls — 0 complaints — 6 TSBs
16V476000 Jun 28, 2016
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Dry Freight Van, Reefer, and Flatbed trailers manufactured January 1, 2014, to March 4, 2016, equipped with certain Bendix SR5 spring brake valves. These valves may have been improperly machined which may cause a delay of ap... Read more
Consequence
If there is a delay of the spring brake application, the trailer may roll away after it has decoupled from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Great Dane will contact owners and provide a remedy kit, complete with instructions, to repair any affected SR-5 trailer relay valves, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2016. Owners may contact Great Dane Customer Service Department at 1-912-232-4471.
15V841000 Dec 15, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Reefer semi trailers manufactured December 19, 2013, to June 28, 2015, and equipped with certain Meritor EX225L2, EX225L+, or Bendix ADB22X axles. The affected axle assemblies have caliper bolts that may not have been proper... Read more
Consequence
If the caliper detaches from the axle flange, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2016. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-912-232-4471, or Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
15V023000 Jan 22, 2015
PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:ACTUATOR
Defect Description
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain model year 2015 Reefer and Van Trailers manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 24, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators manufactured January 9, 2014, to October 28, 2014. The affected actuators... Read more
Consequence
If the diaphragm is not completely attached, there may be internal leakage from the service section past the diaphragm, potentially trapping air pressure in the parking brake section. This air pressure in turn, if not vented, may prevent full release of the actuator unit, and may induce brake drag a... Read more
Remedy
Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake actuator and replace, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 2, 2015. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-912-232-4471.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2015 GREAT DANE REEFER
6 manufacturer communications from 5 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
1GR-00014-08
Feb 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This repair manual provides branch and dealer repair facilities with the inspection and repair procedures to address possible landing gear undercoating issues
customer letter
Jan 1, 2016
020000 SUSPENSION
MERITOR MPA SUSPENSION WITH EXL225L & BENDIX DISC BRAKE - CALIPER BOLTS
15V-841
Jan 1, 2016
020000 SUSPENSION
MERITOR MPA SUSPENSION WITH EXL225L & BENDIX DISC BRAKE - CALIPER BOLTS
15V-841
Jan 1, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
MERITOR MPA SUSPENSION WITH EXL225L & BENDIX DISC BRAKE - CALIPER BOLTS
15V023 CUSTOMER
Mar 1, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
HALDEX LONG LIFE BRAKE CHAMBER RECALL
15V023
Mar 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
HALDEX LONG LIFE BRAKE CHAMBER RECALL
GREAT DANE REEFER — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GREAT DANE REEFER across all model years (2007–2017).
8
Total Recalls
2
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths