NHTSA Recall 02V304000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
GREAT DANE TRAILERS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,195 vehicles. It affects 1998 Great Dane Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V304000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 356 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 12, 2002 |
| Owner notification | November 27, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain van trailers with slide suspensions, improperly applied weld attachment of the upper bogie rails to trailer crossmembers.
Safety risk
Trailer turn over or a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will reweld the rail attachment welds and install attachment clips/gussets. Owner notification began november 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact great dane at 1-877-369-3493.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V304000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Great Dane Trailer | 1998 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.