2026 Great Dane Champion Recall: Deck pins may break, resulting in the liftgate platform falling
NHTSA campaign 26V383000 · Structure · filed Jun 11, 2026 · verified Sep 14, 2026
The defect
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2026 Champion dry van trailers. The deck pins may break, resulting in the liftgate platform falling.
The risk
A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Great Dane will work with Hiab to inspect and replace the deck pins and bushing kits as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2026. Owners may contact Great Dane's customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Great Dane | Champion | 2026 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V383000. Data last verified Sep 14, 2026.