NHTSA Campaign 13V018000

SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE

Issued by Great Dane Trailers · Reported Jan 22, 2013 · 654 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Great Dane Trailers is recalling certain model year 2013 Dry Freight Semi-Trailers. The axle nut retaining clips may not have been properly seated. Disengagement of the axle nut retaining clips could lead to excessive wheel end play and/or wheel separation.

Consequence

A wheel separation may result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a separated wheel may become a significant road hazard.

Remedy

Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle nut retaining clips and correct their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2013. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
GREAT DANE DRY FREIGHT SEMI-TRAILER 2011 654

Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V018000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.