NHTSA Recall 17V211000
Filed by Great Dane Trailers. Component: Service Brakes, Air. Reported 2017-03-27. An estimated 34 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2018 Everest SS refrigerated trailers. A plug for the front brake chamber service port may not have been properly tightened, possibly reducing the service brake pressure.
Risk
A reduction of service brake pressure can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Great Dane will tighten the diagnostic tee pipe plug or remove the tee. The recall began on April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-912-232-4471.
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.