2011 GREAT DANE GPA Recall

Campaign:: 11V360000 on 07/19/2011
Component:: Suspension:rear:springs:air suspension system
Affected:: 119
Defect:: Great dane is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 gpa aluminum flatbed trailers. the lock nuts and bolts attaching the air ride suspension hangers to the trailer are defective which may result in loss of fastener torque allowing the suspension hangers to become loose.
Consequence:: The suspension components could detach from the trailer resulting in loss of control and a crash.
Correction:: Great dane will replace all defective suspension nuts and bolts free of charge. the safety recall began on august 8, 2011. owners may contact great dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .