Great Dane Trailers: Missing Rear Impact Guard Extension Channels (structure)
Great Dane Trailers is recalling certain 2027 Champion dry van trailers that may be missing rear impact guard extension channels, which are required for federal safety compliance. Without these components properly installed, the rear impact guard may not function as intended during a crash, potentially increasing injury risk. Owners will be notified by mail starting September 15, 2026, and dealers will install the missing parts at no cost.
- Recalling firm
- Great Dane Trailers
- Product
- Component: STRUCTURE. Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2027 Champion dry van trailers The trailers may have been produced without the installation of the rear impact guard extension channels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
- Reason
- A rear impact guard that is not properly installed can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Remedy: Dealers will install the rear impact guard extension channels, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 15, 2026. Owners may contact Great Dane's customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-07-17
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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