2027 Great Dane Champion Recall: Structure
NHTSA campaign 26V465000 · Structure · filed Jul 17, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2027 Champion dry van trailers The trailers may have been produced without the installation of the rear impact guard extension channels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
The risk
A rear impact guard that is not properly installed can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
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
Dealers will install the rear impact guard extension channels, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 15, 2026. Owners may contact Great Dane's customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Great Dane | Champion | 2027 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V465000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.