Great dane/weld
Defect Summary
On certain van trailers with slide suspensions, improperly applied weld attachment of the upper bogie rails to trailer crossmembers.
Safety Consequence
Trailer turn over or a vehicle crash could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reweld the rail attachment welds and install attachment clips/gussets. owner notification began november 27, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact great dane at 1-877-369-3493.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Great Dane Trailers or involving Trailer Hitches.
FAQ: Recall 02V304000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V304000?
NHTSA recall 02V304000 was issued by Great Dane Trailers on November 12, 2002. It addresses: Great dane/weld. The recall affects approximately 8,195 vehicles, with the defect involving the Trailer Hitches component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Great Dane Trailers dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V304000 or the manufacturer campaign number 356. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.