NHTSA vehicle safety data
2011 Great Dane DRY Freight Semi-Trailer Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2011 Great Dane DRY Freight Semi-Trailer has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Great Dane dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2011 Great Dane DRY Freight Semi-Trailer. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
STRUCTURE
NHTSA #13V079000Reported March 5, 2013 · Great Dane Trailers
Potentially affected: 698 vehicles
Defect description
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 consequence
A hanger and axle disengagement from the bogie frame could lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
NHTSA #13V018000Reported January 22, 2013 · Great Dane Trailers
Potentially affected: 654 vehicles
Defect description
Great Dane Trailers is recalling certain model year 2013 Dry Freight Semi-Trailers. The axle nut retaining clips may not have been properly seated. Disengagement of the axle nut retaining clips could lead to excessive wheel end play and/or wheel separation.
Safety consequence
A wheel separation may result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a separated wheel may become a significant road hazard.
Manufacturer remedy
Great Dane will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle nut retaining clips and correct their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2013. 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.
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