NHTSA Recall 04V053000: Drum (service brakes)
GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,045 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Great Dane Classic Reefer.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V053000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DRUM |
| Report received | February 5, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain vans and flatbed trailers equipped with webb wheel platinum series brake drums, these brake drums could crack on the braking surface.
Safety risk
This could result in reduction or complete loss of braking which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Webb wheel will inspect and replace the brake drums. 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 webb wheel at 1-800-633-3256 or great dane at 1-800-633-4176.
Notes
Customer's can 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 04V053000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Great Dane Classic Reefer | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Great Dane Dry van | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Great Dane P-Model | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Great Dane Super Seal Reefer | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
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.