Recall 25V200 covers 16 2025-2026 Great Dane Champion trailers with Bridgestone tires built with a misoriented belt. Replacement is free through Bridgestone dealers.
Great Dane is recalling 16 2025-2026 Champion dry van trailers equipped with Bridgestone R123 Ecopia tires because a stabilizer ply belt was installed in the wrong orientation. Incorrect belt orientation can cause tire failure and increase crash risk, and Great Dane dealers will complete the free recall repair.
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What's wrong?
The Bridgestone Ecopia R123 295/75R22.5 tire on 2025-2026 Great Dane Champion trailers carries the trailer load and keeps the tread flat against the road. Inside the tire, stabilizer ply belts reinforce the tread area so the tire holds its intended shape when inflated and in service.
On affected tires, Bridgestone says the #3 belt material was loaded into the tire assembly machine in the wrong direction. That left one stabilizer ply belt applied in the wrong orientation, so the finished tire does not match the intended belt construction. The replacement tires have the stabilizer ply belts installed correctly and meet the FMVSS 119 endurance standard.
What you can see is the tread shape. Affected tires have an overly convex tread when fully inflated, with the center of the tread significantly higher than both shoulders. After road use, the tire also can show premature or irregular wear in the center or crown area.
Who's affected?
Covers 2025 and 2026 Champion trailers fitted with the same Ecopia R123 295/75/R22.5 tire.
| 2026 Great Dane Champion | tire |
|---|---|
| 2025 Great Dane Champion | tire |
| Units affected | 16 |
| 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?
Incorrect belt orientation can cause tire failure and increase crash risk. Check the tires for an overly convex tread when fully inflated, with the center sitting higher than both shoulders. Also watch for premature or irregular wear in the center of the tread. Schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Great Dane dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Great Dane Champion trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Great Dane or a Bridgestone (BATO) dealer to schedule the free tire replacement that addresses the incorrect belt orientation that can lead to tire failure.
- Reference recall number 25V200 when you call, and ask whether the dealer needs the recall notice before replacing the tires.
- Inspect the trailer tires before each trip and avoid using the trailer if a tire shows damage, bulging, tread separation, or pressure loss.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Great Dane technician replaces the recalled Bridgestone R123 Ecopia tires on affected Champion trailers. The tires are replaced because one stabilizer ply belt was applied in the wrong orientation during manufacturing. The recall repair is free, including the replacement tires and labor. Bring the trailer or tire information the service desk requests so the dealer can confirm the covered tires before replacing them.
Timeline
| March 28, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V200?
Recall 25V200 covers 16 2025-2026 Great Dane Champion Dry Van trailers equipped with Bridgestone R123 Ecopia tires, size 295/75R22.5. The tires were built with a stabilizer ply belt in the wrong orientation, which can cause tire failure and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Great Dane Champion is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 25V200. If it is, contact a franchised Great Dane dealer or Bridgestone dealer to arrange tire replacement. Reference recall number 25V200 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Bridgestone dealers will replace the affected tires free of charge. Great Dane also lists Bridgestone customer service at 1-800-847-3272 for this tire replacement.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is tire failure. Great Dane reported that the incorrect belt orientation can cause the Bridgestone R123 Ecopia tires to fail, which increases crash risk. Confirm the VIN before using the trailer for service, then arrange the free tire replacement if it is included.
What if I bought the Great Dane Champion trailer used?
The free repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner, so a used 2025-2026 Great Dane Champion trailer still qualifies if its VIN is included. Check your VIN and reference recall 25V200 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V200000 |
|---|---|
| Great Dane customer service | 1-800-847-3272 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V200 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V200000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →