Recall 17V211 affects 34 2018 Great Dane Everest SS trailers for a loose brake service port plug. Free repair at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
Great Dane is recalling 34 2018 Everest SS refrigerated trailers under recall 17V211 because an improperly tightened front brake chamber service port plug can reduce service brake pressure. Reduced brake pressure can lengthen stopping distance and increase crash risk; Great Dane dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air brake system on a 2018 Great Dane Everest SS refrigerated trailer uses air pressure to apply the service brakes during normal stops. At the road-side front brake chamber, a service port and brass tee give access to that brake chamber, and a small pipe plug seals the tee so brake pressure stays in the system.
On affected trailers, that pipe plug was not tightened correctly at the Wayne, Nebraska plant. If the plug loosens enough to leak, air pressure can escape from the front brake chamber service port. Lower service brake pressure means the trailer does not brake as strongly as designed, which can make stopping distances longer and can contribute to loss of control or a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or technician can find the issue by inspecting the road-side front brake chamber area for a loose plug or air leakage, but the recall does not identify a driver-noticeable symptom before the leak starts.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Great Dane Everest SS | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 34 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Great Dane Everest SS trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced service brake pressure can make the 2018 Great Dane Everest SS need more distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. If the trailer feels harder to stop or braking changes, slow down, avoid heavy loads, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Great Dane Everest SS is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Great Dane dealer to schedule the free service-port plug repair that keeps service brake pressure from dropping.
- Bring the recall notice if Great Dane sent one. If not, reference recall number 17V211 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when you can.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Great Dane technician checks the front brake chamber service port and the diagnostic tee. The technician tightens the tee pipe plug or removes the tee so the service brake system can hold the intended pressure. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Ask the service desk to confirm the trailer is included before the work begins.
Timeline
| March 27, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 28, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V211?
Recall 17V211 covers 34 2018 Great Dane Everest SS refrigerated trailers. A front brake chamber service port plug was not tightened correctly, which can reduce service brake pressure. Great Dane will tighten the diagnostic tee pipe plug or remove the tee for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Great Dane Everest SS is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V211. If it is, contact a Great Dane dealer or Great Dane customer service at 1-912-232-4471 to arrange the brake service port plug repair. The recall repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. For this recall, Great Dane will tighten the diagnostic tee pipe plug or remove the tee without charging owners for the covered recall work.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is longer stopping distance. Reduced service brake pressure can make the trailer need more room to stop, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free Great Dane repair before putting the trailer back into regular service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V211000 |
|---|---|
| Great Dane customer service | 1-912-232-4471 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V211 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V211000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →