Great Dane Trailers | NHTSA Recall #08V678000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V678000 by Great Dane Trailers. Includes 2,335 affected units, KING PIN FAILURES, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Great dane is recalling 2,335 my 2005 dry freight semi-trailers. the kingpins can break off as the tractors were attempting to couple to the trailers.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the kingpins for lot/heat code. all trailers identified with kingpins within the suspected lot and heat code will be removed from service and scheduled for field testing. the recall will begin on february 6, 2009. owners may contact great dane at 1-877-369-3493 or e-mail at <a href=http://www.customer_service@greatdanetrailers.com>http://www.customer_service@greatdanetrailers.com</a> .

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V678000
Manufacturer: Great Dane Trailers
Report Received Date: 2008-12-18T00:00:00
Subject: King pin failures
Component: Trailer Hitches
Potentially Affected Units: 2,335

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Great dane is recalling 2,335 my 2005 dry freight semi-trailers. the kingpins can break off as the tractors were attempting to couple to the trailers.
Consequence Summary: If a kingpin were to break off during over the road operation, it could result in the separation of the trailer from the tractor which could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the kingpins for lot/heat code. all trailers identified with kingpins within the suspected lot and heat code will be removed from service and scheduled for field testing. the recall will begin on february 6, 2009. owners may contact great dane at 1-877-369-3493 or e-mail at <a href=http://www.customer_service@greatdanetrailers.com>http://www.customer_service@greatdanetrailers.com</a> .

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V678000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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