NHTSA Recall 08V678000: Trailer hitches
GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,335 vehicles. It affects 2005 Great Dane Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V678000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | December 18, 2008 |
| Owner notification | February 6, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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> .
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 08V678000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Great Dane Trailer | 2005 |
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.