Great Dane Trailers | NHTSA Recall #06V448000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V448000 by Great Dane Trailers. Includes 5,671 affected units, PLUMBING FITTINGS FOR AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS/BRASSCRAFT, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trailers, during manufacture, some of the pipe fittings were drilled too deep, resulting in a thin wall in the male pipe thread. the male pipe thread may break off during or after assembly.

Corrective Action

Dealers will quarantine the vehicles and replace defective fitting free of charge. The recall began on december 21, 2006. owners may contact great dane at 1-800-633-4176.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V448000

Manufacturer: Great Dane Trailers

Report Received Date: 2006-11-28T00:00:00

Subject: Plumbing fittings for air brake systems/brasscraft

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 5,671

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trailers, during manufacture, some of the pipe fittings were drilled too deep, resulting in a thin wall in the male pipe thread. the male pipe thread may break off during or after assembly.

Consequence Summary: If the fitting fails while in use, the air brake system could depressurize, causing the brakes to engage suddenly, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will quarantine the vehicles and replace defective fitting free of charge. The recall began on december 21, 2006. owners may contact great dane at 1-800-633-4176.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 06V448000

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