Recall 22V448 affects 9 2023 Great Dane Champion trailers with incorrect axle spindle nuts that can cause bearing failure. Great Dane provides the repair free.
Great Dane is recalling 9 2023 Champion dry van trailers because incorrect axle spindle nuts can cause bearing failure. The official risk is wheel detachment or loss of trailer control, increasing crash risk; Great Dane dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The spindle nut on a 2023 Great Dane Champion dry van trailer holds the wheel-end bearing in the correct position on the axle spindle. That bearing lets the wheel rotate while carrying trailer weight. The nut has to match the axle setup so the bearing has the right amount of clearance.
On affected trailers, the wrong two-piece spindle nut was installed where the build called for a one-piece nut. Some technicians had not been trained for that two-piece nut on this order. The wrong setup squeezed the bearings too tightly, which led to bearing failure and wheel loss in the field.
Owners or fleet staff can see warning signs before failure. Look for leaking hub caps, leaking wheel seals, discolored hub paint, or high bearing end play, which means the wheel-end bearing has too much looseness.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Great Dane Champion | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 9 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 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?
Bearing failure can let a wheel detach or cause loss of trailer control, increasing crash risk. Watch for leaking hub caps, leaking wheel seals, discolored hub paint, or high bearing end play. If you see those signs, stop towing and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Great Dane Champion trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Great Dane dealer to schedule the free one-piece spindle-nut repair that addresses axle bearing failure and wheel detachment risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Great Dane mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V448 when you call.
- Use the trailer only as needed until the repair is complete, and stop towing if the wheel end shows signs of trouble.
- Call Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 with questions about repair instructions, bearings, or seal replacement.
What happens at the repair
Great Dane provides repair instructions for installing a one piece spindle nut. At the service location, a Great Dane technician installs the spindle nut, then replaces the bearings and seal if the inspection shows those parts need replacement. The recall repair is free, including covered parts and labor. Great Dane has a general reimbursement plan on file, so if you already paid out of pocket for this axle spindle nut, bearing, or seal repair before the recall work, ask Great Dane customer service how to submit documented expenses under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 23, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 10, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 18, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| August 18, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 18, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 18, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V448?
Recall 22V448 covers 9 2023 Great Dane Champion dry van trailers with a rear axle spindle nut issue. Incorrect spindle nuts can cause bearing failure, which can lead to wheel detachment or loss of trailer control. Great Dane will provide free instructions for installing a one-piece spindle nut and replacing bearings and the seal if needed.
What should I do if my 2023 Great Dane Champion is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V448. If it is, contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 and ask for the recall instructions. The remedy is free and covers the one-piece spindle nut, plus bearings and the seal if replacement is needed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Great Dane will provide the recall remedy free of charge. For this recall, the remedy includes instructions to install a one-piece spindle nut and, when necessary, replace the bearings and seal.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel detachment or loss of trailer control. The incorrect axle spindle nuts can lead to bearing failure, and that failure can increase the risk of a crash. Confirm your VIN, then follow Great Dane's free remedy instructions before returning the trailer to normal service.
When were owners notified about recall 22V448?
Great Dane mailed owner notification letters on August 10, 2022. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2023 Champion trailer is included, then contact Great Dane customer service with recall number 22V448.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V448000 |
|---|---|
| Great Dane customer service | 1-877-369-3493 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V448 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V448000 |
Source documents
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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 →