Recall 23V839 affects 346 2024 Great Dane Champion trailers for a loose axle spindle nut. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
Great Dane is recalling 346 2024 Champion trailers because of an axle spindle nut tightening issue. A loose spindle nut can let a wheel detach from the trailer, increasing crash risk, and Great Dane dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The axle spindle nut on a 2024 Great Dane Champion trailer is the fastener that holds the wheel hub assembly on the axle spindle. It also helps set the wheel end so the bearings run with the right amount of play. When it is tightened correctly, the hub, bearings, wheel, and tire stay aligned as the trailer rolls.
On affected Champion trailers, the spindle nut was installed loose at the manufacturing facility. A loose nut lets the wheel end move more than it should, which can change bearing load and allow the hub assembly to shift on the spindle. If that movement continues, the wheel end can wear abnormally and separate from the trailer.
Owners or fleet staff can look for excessive wheel end play, unusual tire wear, or an illuminated ABS light, which is the anti-lock brake warning light. Those are the warning signs named for this recall, and they mean the trailer needs inspection before returning to service.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Great Dane Champion | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 346 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose axle spindle nut can let a wheel separate from the trailer, increasing crash risk. Watch for excessive wheel end play, unusual tire wear, or an ABS light, and take those signs seriously. Schedule the inspection soon so Great Dane can tighten the nut or rebuild the hub if needed. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Great Dane Champion trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Great Dane dealer to schedule the free axle-spindle-nut inspection and hub repair that secures the wheel hub.
- Bring the recall notice if Great Dane mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V839 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the trailer is safe to tow before moving it for service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Great Dane technician inspects the axle spindle nut, tightens it, and rebuilds the hub if the inspection shows the hub needs work. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Great Dane has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented repairs paid before the owner letter. Bring invoices, receipts, and related repair orders to the service desk or contact Great Dane customer service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 12, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 8, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 10, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| February 10, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 10, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V839?
Recall 23V839 covers 346 2024 Great Dane Champion trailers with an axle spindle nut that was not tightened correctly. A loose spindle nut can let the wheel detach from the trailer, increasing crash risk. Great Dane will inspect and repair it for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Great Dane Champion is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V839. If it is, contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493 or a Great Dane service location to arrange the axle spindle nut inspection and repair. The recall repair is free.
Is the Great Dane recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Great Dane will inspect and tighten the axle spindle nut and rebuild the hub if needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 23V839?
The safety risk is wheel separation. If the axle spindle nut is loose, the wheel can detach from the trailer while in use, increasing the risk of a crash. Confirm your VIN and arrange the free inspection and repair before continued trailer use.
When were owners notified about recall 23V839?
Great Dane mailed owner notification letters on January 8, 2024. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall 23V839 when you contact Great Dane or the service location.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V839000 |
|---|---|
| Great Dane customer service | 1-877-369-3493 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V839 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V839000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (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 →