CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Great Dane Refrigerated Trailer has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).
2017 Great Dane Refrigerated Trailer recalls
Trailer May Roll Away After Uncoupling Due to Brake Valve Defect
Certain 2015-2017 Great Dane dry freight van, reefer, and flatbed trailers, built between January 1, 2014 and March 4, 2016, may have Bendix SR5 spring brake valves that were improperly machined.
Most common 2017 Great Dane Refrigerated Trailer problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
On September 16, 2025, I was operating a powered industrial forklift inside Trailer No. [XXX]â a 2017 Great Dane refrigerated semi-trailer, VIN [XXX] â during routine dock-loading operations at [XXX] of the T.G. Lee Dairy / DFA Dairy Brands Fluid facility, [XXX] . The trailer was detached from its tractor, stationary, dock-locked, and wheel-chocked in the standard configuration for loading. Without prior warning, visible deformation, or any indication of structural distress, the right front K-bracket supporting the trailerâs JOST International Corporation landing gear failed structurally. The right landing gear leg collapsed, the trailer tipped to the right, and the front right nose o
2017 Great Dane Refrigerated Trailer questions
Does the 2017 Great Dane Refrigerated Trailer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 Great Dane Refrigerated Trailer: Trailer May Roll Away After Uncoupling Due to Brake Valve Defect. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Great Dane Refrigerated Trailer?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Great Dane Refrigerated Trailer has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.