Recall 89V-117: 1988–1989 Great Dane Platform Trailer, 1988–1989 Great Dane Van

GREAT DANE TRAILERS, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Jul 18, 1989, covering about 31,446 vehicles.

NHTSA number
89V-117
Report date
Jul 18, 1989
Vehicles affected
31,446
Owners notified
Aug 14, 1989

The problem

The king pin that is used to join a trailer to the tractor at the couplings may fracture.

The risk

This could result in trailer separation from thetractor, with potential to injure people in its path and to crash into othervehicles.

The fix

Replace trailer main beam (Including the king pin).

Notes

System:suspension/king pin.vehicle description:vans and platform trailers.

Recall details

ManufacturerGREAT DANE TRAILERS, INC.
ComponentSuspension › Front › King Pin
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number89V117000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Great Dane Platform Trailer1988, 1989All years
Great Dane Van1988, 1989All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 89V-117?

The king pin that is used to join a trailer to the tractor at the couplings may fracture.

How is recall 89V-117 fixed?

Replace trailer main beam (Including the king pin).

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.