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1998-1999 Great Dane Trailer recall: trailer hitches

Great Dane Trailers, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 1, 2002. It covers about 140 vehicles.

vehicles affected
140
reported
Feb 1, 2002
owners notified
Mar 21, 2002

Trailer hitches

What is wrong
Certain trailers equipped with pintle hook assemblies may have unacceptable weld attachments to the trailers.
Remedy
Dealers will correct the welds and also add a reinforcement package. Owner notification began march 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1‑418‑831‑5432.

Recall number 02V047000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 02V047000

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Great Dane Trailer trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 02V047000, reported on February 1, 2002, covers about 140 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V047000?

Dealers will correct the welds and also add a reinforcement package. Owner notification began march 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1‑418‑831‑5432.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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