NHTSANHTSA recall 26V656000 · Oct 6, 2026
Great Dane Trailers: Do Not Tow: Incorrect Plate in Coupler May Cause Trailer to Detach
Recall found
Product
2027 Champion dry van trailers
Hazard
An improperly coupled trailer may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Owners are advised not to use their trailers until the repair is completed. Great Dane will inspect and replace the upper coupler assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2026. Owners may contact Great Dane's customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Got a car, truck or motorcycle? The surest check is your 17-character VIN, which is on your registration, insurance card, or the driver-side dashboard. NHTSA's free lookup shows any open recall that hasn't been repaired on that exact vehicle.
Check my VIN on NHTSA.govRecall details
- Summary
- Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2027 Champion dry van trailers. The upper coupler may have an incorrect bottom plate installed. The kingpin may protrude, preventing the trailer from coupling properly.
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Potentially affected
- 69
- NHTSA advisory
- Do not drive this vehicle until the recall repair is done.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.
Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Oct 21, 2026, 10:57 AM EDT. The agency notice is the final word.