Great Dane Everest recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 12, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Great Dane Trailers recalls 2019 Great Dane Everest

Recall number

18V721000

Brand / firm

Great Dane

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 64 units

Why it was recalled

If brake effectiveness is reduced, the distance needed to stop the trailer may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2019 Great Dane Everest CL reefer trailers. These trailers may have been built without brake rollers, causing a reduction in brake effectiveness.

What to do

Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers and install and missing brake rollers and inspect the brake drum and shoes for abnormal wear, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.