Recall 90V-066: 1987–1989 Great Dane Great Dane

GREAT DANE TRAILERS, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Apr 6, 1990, covering about 1,415 vehicles.

NHTSA number
90V-066
Report date
Apr 6, 1990
Vehicles affected
1,415
Owners notified
Apr 23, 1990

The problem

A required weld in the air ride suspension frame attaching area was omitted causing suspension and adaptor channels to be overloaded.

The risk

Adaptor channels and suspension cross members could crack and fail with hanger and axle assembly detachment; this could result in a vehicle crash and/or a catastrophic axle detachment.

The fix

Inspection and weld repair, if necessary, to attach the bogie subframe cross members to the bogie adaptor channel.

Notes

System: air ride suspension.vehicle description: van trailers with air ride suspension.

Recall details

ManufacturerGREAT DANE TRAILERS, INC.
ComponentSuspension › Front › Springs › Leaf Spring Assembly › Hanger,bracket
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number90V066000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Great Dane Great Dane1987, 1988, 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 90V-066?

A required weld in the air ride suspension frame attaching area was omitted causing suspension and adaptor channels to be overloaded.

How is recall 90V-066 fixed?

Inspection and weld repair, if necessary, to attach the bogie subframe cross members to the bogie adaptor channel.

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.