Body: bumpersRecall 26V-465 · 2027 Great Dane Champion
Great Dane Trailers recall 26V-465 covers 11 2027 Great Dane Champion for a body: bumpers problem, reported to NHTSA on July 17, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 0% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V465000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The fix
Dealers will install the rear impact guard extension channels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Great Dane's customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 4, 2026 to February 17, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.