NHTSA recall 26V656000
Trailer hitches
Great Dane Champion
Reported Oct 6, 202669 vehicles affectedGreat Dane TrailersBuilt Sep 1, 2026 – Oct 29, 2026
The 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.
The risk
An improperly coupled trailer may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
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.