Recall 17V615 affects 90 2018 Great Dane Everest SS trailers for loose brake caliper bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
Great Dane is recalling 90 2018 Everest SS trailers because brake caliper bolts on certain axles were not properly torqued and a caliper can detach from its mounting flange. If that happens, the trailer can lose braking ability and increase crash risk; Great Dane dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The air disc brake caliper on a 2018 Great Dane Everest SS trailer holds the brake pads around the rotor. When air pressure applies the brakes, the caliper squeezes the pads against the rotor so the trailer slows in a controlled way. The caliper depends on its mounting bolts staying tight against the axle flange.
On affected trailers with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes, the brake caliper bolts were not properly torqued during assembly. Loose bolts can let the caliper shift on its mounting flange. If the movement continues, the caliper can detach from the flange, leaving that brake assembly unable to work as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall record does not identify a noise, light, or pedal change that tells the driver the caliper bolts are loose before the caliper separates.
Who's affected?
The listed brake components point to the same brake-system area, so the VIN check remains the clean way to confirm inclusion.
| 2018 Great Dane Everest SS | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2018 Great Dane Everest SS | brake system |
| Units affected | 90 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose or missing caliper mounting bolts can let the brake caliper detach from its mounting flange. If that happens, braking ability is lost and crash risk increases. If your VIN is included, schedule the inspection soon and leave extra stopping distance until the dealer checks the trailer. 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 brake-caliper-bolt inspection and replacement that prevents the caliper from detaching from its mounting flange.
- Bring the recall notice if Great Dane mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V615 when you call.
- Use extra stopping distance and avoid hard braking until the repair is complete.
- Call Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 with questions about the recall or dealer repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Great Dane technician inspects the brake caliper mounting bolts on the Meritor EX225 brake assemblies. Any caliper mounting bolt that is loose or missing is replaced, and the technician confirms the caliper is secured to the mounting flange. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Great Dane began the recall on December 1, 2017, so an included 2018 Everest SS trailer is eligible for the dealer inspection and bolt replacement now.
Timeline
| October 3, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 1, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V615?
Recall 17V615 covers 90 2018 Great Dane Everest SS trailers built with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts can be under-torqued, allowing the caliper to detach from its mounting flange. Great Dane dealers will inspect the bolts and replace loose or missing bolts 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 17V615. If it is included, call a franchised Great Dane dealer to schedule the brake caliper bolt inspection. Reference recall number 17V615 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Great Dane dealers will inspect the caliper mounting bolts and replace any loose or missing bolts free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking ability. If the caliper bolts are improperly torqued and the caliper detaches from the mounting flange, braking ability is lost at that wheel end, increasing crash risk. Confirm the VIN and arrange the free dealer inspection before continued service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V615000 |
|---|---|
| Great Dane customer service | 1-877-369-3493 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V615 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V615000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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 →