Plumbing fittings for air brake systems/brasscraft
Defect Summary
On certain trailers, during manufacture, some of the pipe fittings were drilled too deep, resulting in a thin wall in the male pipe thread. the male pipe thread may break off during or after assembly.
Safety Consequence
If the fitting fails while in use, the air brake system could depressurize, causing the brakes to engage suddenly, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will quarantine the vehicles and replace defective fitting free of charge. The recall began on december 21, 2006. owners may contact great dane at 1-800-633-4176.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Great Dane Trailers or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 06V448000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V448000?
NHTSA recall 06V448000 was issued by Great Dane Trailers on November 28, 2006. It addresses: Plumbing fittings for air brake systems/brasscraft. The recall affects approximately 5,671 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Great Dane Trailers dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V448000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.