Great Dane Reefer recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 22, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Great Dane Trailers recalls 2015 Great Dane Reefer, Van

Recall number

15V023000

Brand / firm

Great Dane

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 7,702 units

Why it was recalled

If the diaphragm is not completely attached, there may be internal leakage from the service section past the diaphragm, potentially trapping air pressure in the parking brake section. This air pressure in turn, if not vented, may prevent full release of the actuator unit, and may induce brake drag and may result in overheated wheelend service brakes, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain model year 2015 Reefer and Van Trailers manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 24, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators manufactured January 9, 2014, to October 28, 2014. The affected actuators may have an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the actuation mechanism of the parking brake section of the Life Seal actuator.

What to do

Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake actuator and replace, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 2, 2015. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-912-232-4471.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.