Great Dane Trailers – Cracking Welds may Lead to Axle Disengagement

Great Dane Trailers is recalling certain model year 2011 Dry Freight Semi-Trailers. Welds at the bottom of the I-beam bogie frame may have been improperly applied. The cracking and failure of these welds may lead to hanger and axle disengagement.

Report Received Date 03/05/2013
NHTSA ID 13V079000
Consequence Summary A hanger and axle disengagement from the bogie frame could lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action The remedy for this recall campaign is still under development. The owner was notified on March 4, 2013, and repairs are well underway. Therefore, an owner notification will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 698
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V079000)

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