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Great Dane Champion recall 26V656000 - Trailer Hitches
NHTSA · October 6, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V656000 (Great Dane), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 69.
- Component: Trailer Hitches.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Great Dane Trailers
- Source ID
- 26V656000
How this recall compares
- NHTSA's recalls file lists 45 recall campaigns from Great Dane Trailers since 2010, 3 of them reported in 2026 so far.
- At 69 vehicles, it is larger than 24% of the 726 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.
Defect
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.
Consequence
An improperly coupled trailer may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Great Dane | Champion | 2027 |
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