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1991-1994 Great Dane Trailer recall: trailer hitches

Great Dane Trailers, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 3, 1995. It covers about 277 vehicles.

vehicles affected
277
reported
Oct 3, 1995
owners notified
Oct 16, 1995

Trailer hitches

What is wrong
The chain tie anchor mounting welds can crack and/or the chain tie can pull out from the crossmember.
Risk
Failure of the chain tie anchor connection can allow a load secured to the chain tie to shift, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all the chain tie anchors mounted to the aluminum crossmembers to allow additional fastening to the crossmember and additional welding and reinforcement of the chain tie anchors on steel crossmembers.

Recall number 95V185000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 95V185000

Is there a recall on the 1991-1994 Great Dane Trailer trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 95V185000, reported on October 3, 1995, covers about 277 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 95V185000?

Dealers will replace all the chain tie anchors mounted to the aluminum crossmembers to allow additional fastening to the crossmember and additional welding and reinforcement of the chain tie anchors on steel crossmembers.

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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