Recall 14V653 affects 125 2015 Great Dane Converter Dolly trailers for a brake valve defect. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
Great Dane is recalling 125 2015 Converter Dolly trailers because a brake valve problem can cause brake drag. If the brake drags, the wheel end can overheat and start a fire, or the wheel can detach, increasing crash risk; the Great Dane dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2015 Great Dane Converter Dolly uses an air brake system, which relies on compressed air instead of hydraulic fluid to apply and release the brakes. The recalled part is a Bendix TR-3 inversion valve, a brake valve that directs air pressure so the brakes respond when commanded and release when they should.
On the affected converter dollies, the valve has a tolerance defect. That means an internal valve dimension is out of specification, so the valve does not move air through the brake system as designed. When that happens, the brakes do not release cleanly and brake drag develops while the dolly is in use.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the problem is inside the brake valve, the defect is not something an owner can confirm from a quick outside inspection.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Great Dane Converter Dolly | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 125 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
A dragging trailer brake can overheat the wheel end and result in a fire. The wheel can also detach, and either condition increases crash risk. Use the trailer cautiously until service is arranged. Repair will be free at any franchised Great Dane dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Great Dane Converter Dolly is included in this recall.
- Contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 to confirm the current repair path before scheduling service.
- Schedule the TR-3 valve replacement and DC-4 valve reorientation that addresses brake drag.
- Bring the recall notice if Great Dane mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V653 when you call.
- Avoid using the dolly until Great Dane confirms whether the brake-valve repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Great Dane has identified the repair for recall 14V653: replace the suspect TR-3 valve with a new TR-3 valve, then re-orient the DC-4 valve so the brake system works as intended. A Great Dane technician or authorized service provider handles the valve replacement and orientation work. The dealer repair will be free once available. Before moving the Converter Dolly for service, contact Great Dane customer service or the servicing dealer and confirm that parts and scheduling are ready.
Timeline
| October 17, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 19, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V653?
Recall 14V653 covers 125 2015 Great Dane Converter Dolly units with a brake valve problem that can cause trailer brake drag. Brake drag can overheat the wheel end, lead to a fire, or allow a wheel to detach. Great Dane replaces the suspect TR-3 valve and re-orients the DC-4 valve.
What should I do if my 2015 Great Dane Converter Dolly is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific converter dolly is included in recall 14V653. If it is, contact a franchised Great Dane dealer or Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 to arrange the valve replacement and DC-4 valve re-orientation. Reference recall 14V653 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to complete the recall remedy at no cost. For recall 14V653, Great Dane replaces the suspect TR-3 valve with a new replacement valve and re-orients the DC-4 valve through the recall repair path.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel-end overheating, fire, or wheel detachment from trailer brake drag. Any of those conditions increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the Great Dane recall repair and ask the service desk how to handle the converter dolly before moving it.
When did Great Dane start the recall repair?
Great Dane began the recall repair on December 19, 2014. Since that date is in the past, affected owners should use the VIN check and then call a franchised Great Dane dealer or Great Dane customer service to confirm parts and scheduling.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V653000 |
|---|---|
| Great Dane customer service | 1-877-369-3493 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V653 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V653000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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