NHTSA Recall 13V079000: Structure
Great Dane Trailers reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 698 vehicles. It affects 2011 Great Dane Dry Freight Semi-Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V079000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | March 5, 2013 |
| Owner notification | March 4, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
A hanger and axle disengagement from the bogie frame could lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V079000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Great Dane Dry Freight Semi-Trailer | 2011 |
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.