NHTSA Recall 22V448000: Spindle (suspension)
Great Dane Trailers reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9 vehicles. It affects 2023 Great Dane Champion.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V448000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › SPINDLE |
| Report received | June 23, 2022 |
| Owner notification | August 10, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2023 Champion Dry Van trailers. The incorrect axle spindle nuts may have been installed, which could result in bearing failure.
Safety risk
Bearing failure could lead to wheel detachment, or a loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Great Dane will provide instructions to owners to install a one-piece spindle nut, and if necessary, replace the bearings and the seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 10, 2022. Owners may contact Great Dane's 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V448000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Great Dane Champion | 2023 |
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.