Recall 21V383 affects 120 2022 Great Dane Champion trailers for loose brake caliper mounting bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
Great Dane is recalling 120 2022 Champion trailers equipped with air disc brakes because insufficiently tightened brake caliper mounting bolts can loosen. Loose caliper bolts can reduce brake effectiveness and increase the risk of a crash, and Great Dane dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air disc brake caliper on a 2022 Great Dane Champion trailer is the clamp that presses the brake pads against the rotor. It is part of the air brake system, which uses air pressure to apply the brakes when the driver presses the pedal. The caliper mounting bolts hold that caliper in the correct position so the brake can apply squarely and release cleanly.
On affected trailers, one or more caliper mounting bolts were not tightened to the required torque during production at the Kewanee, Illinois plant. A bolt that starts out under-tightened can loosen further in service, and a missing or loose bolt leaves the caliper without the support it needs. Great Dane traced the issue to Champion trailers equipped with the Bendix Air Disc Brake system.
There is no warning sign before failure. A loose or missing caliper bolt is a brake hardware problem found by inspection, not a symptom the driver can count on feeling first.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Great Dane Champion | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 120 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Great Dane Champion trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce braking effectiveness and increase the risk of a crash. Until the inspection and bolt tightening are complete, drive cautiously and leave more room to stop. Schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Great Dane Champion is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Great Dane dealer to schedule the free brake-caliper-bolt inspection and tightening that secures the air disc brake caliper.
- Bring the recall notice if Great Dane mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V383 when you call.
- Call Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 with questions about the repair.
- Leave extra stopping distance until the repair is complete because loose caliper mounting bolts reduce brake effectiveness.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Great Dane technician inspects the air disc brake caliper mounting bolts and tightens them to the proper torque if needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Great Dane's reimbursement plan covers 30 minutes for inspection work and the customer's actual labor time for repairs. If your trailer was already inspected or repaired in an in-house maintenance facility, contact Great Dane customer service with the repair documentation and labor log.
| Estimated time at dealer | 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
Timeline
| May 24, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 28, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 23, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| July 23, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 23, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V383?
Recall 21V383 covers 120 2022 Great Dane Champion trailers equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts were insufficiently tightened and can loosen, reducing brake effectiveness and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Great Dane Champion is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 21V383. If it is, contact a Great Dane dealer to schedule the brake caliper mounting bolt inspection and tightening. Reference recall number 21V383 when you call. The 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 and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts free of charge, including parts and labor tied to this recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness and increase crash risk. The recall does not carry a do-not-drive order, but braking work should not wait once your VIN is confirmed. Ask the dealer about towing if you have brake performance concerns.
When were owners notified about recall 21V383?
Great Dane mailed owner notification letters on June 28, 2021. The remedy is available, so included owners can contact a Great Dane dealer now for the free brake caliper mounting bolt inspection and tightening.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V383000 |
|---|---|
| Great Dane customer service | 1-877-369-3493 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V383 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V383000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →