Recall 22V159 affects 1,261 2022 Great Dane Champion and Everest trailers for loose suspension radius rod bolts. Repair will be free once available.
Great Dane is recalling 1,261 2022 Champion and Everest trailers under recall 22V159 because suspension radius rod mounting bolts were not properly tightened and can loosen or fall out. Loose or missing bolts can let the suspension shift rearward, cause loss of vehicle control, or create a road hazard; the Great Dane dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The torque rod bolt on a 2022 Great Dane Champion or Everest trailer secures the suspension radius rod, also called a torque rod, in its mount. That rod helps hold the axle in the correct position under the trailer as the suspension moves and as the trailer brakes, turns, and carries load. The bolt has to be tightened to the correct torque so the joint stays clamped.
On affected Champion Dry Van and Everest Refrigerated trailers, the radius rods were installed after the suspension supplier shipped the suspension to Great Dane, and the mounting bolts were not properly torqued. A loose bolt can back out of the mount and fall out. If that happens, the radius rod no longer holds the axle in place, and Great Dane reviewed a field claim where an axle shifted rearward after a radius rod bolt came loose.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing says this can happen without warning, so an owner or fleet operator should not count on noise, vibration, or visible movement before the bolt lets go.
Who's affected?
Covers both Champion and Everest trailers, with the same suspension component listed for each model.
| 2022 Great Dane Champion | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2022 Great Dane Everest | suspension component |
| Units affected | 1,261 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Not every 2022 Great Dane Champion or Everest trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose or missing suspension bolts can let the suspension shift rearward, which can cause a loss of vehicle control. If bolts fall off, they can also become a road hazard and increase crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure, so ask the dealer when the inspection is open. Repair will be free at any franchised Great Dane dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Great Dane Champion or Everest trailer is included in this recall.
- Wait for Great Dane's owner letter before scheduling the final dealer repair; letters were mailed on April 20, 2022.
- Contact a franchised Great Dane dealer to ask whether the free radius-rod fastener inspection and tightening is open for your trailer.
- Reference recall number 22V159 when you call Great Dane customer service or the dealer.
- Avoid towing the trailer if the suspension feels unstable or you see loose or missing radius-rod bolts.
What happens at the repair
Great Dane has identified the dealer repair: a Great Dane technician inspects the suspension radius rod fasteners and tightens them if needed. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Great Dane's owner letters were mailed on April 20, 2022. The reimbursement plan on file points to the manufacturer's standard reimbursement process. If you've already paid for a related radius rod fastener repair, contact Great Dane customer service with your repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 15, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 20, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 13, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| May 13, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 13, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V159?
Recall 22V159 covers 1,261 2022 Great Dane Champion Dry Van and Everest Refrigerated trailers with suspension radius rod mounting bolts that were not properly tightened. Loose or missing bolts can let the suspension shift rearward or fall onto the road, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2022 Great Dane Champion or Everest is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V159. If it is, contact a franchised Great Dane dealer and ask for the radius rod fastener inspection and tightening. Reference recall 22V159 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost. Great Dane dealers will inspect and tighten the radius rod fasteners free of charge for trailers included in recall 22V159.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle control and road debris. If the radius rod mounting bolts loosen or fall out, the trailer suspension can shift rearward. Bolts that fall from the trailer can also become a road hazard.
When were owners notified about recall 22V159?
Great Dane mailed owner notification letters on April 20, 2022. If you bought the trailer used or did not receive a letter, the VIN check still decides whether your specific 2022 Champion or Everest trailer is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V159000 |
|---|---|
| Great Dane customer service | 1-877-369-3493 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V159 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V159000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →