Trailer hitchesRecall 26V-656 · 2027 Great Dane Champion
Great Dane Trailers recall 26V-656 covers 69 2027 Great Dane Champion for a trailer hitches problem, reported to NHTSA on October 6, 2026.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 26V656000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2027 Champion dry van trailers. The upper coupler may have an incorrect bottom plate installed. The kingpin may protrude, preventing the trailer from coupling properly.
The risk
An improperly coupled trailer may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners are advised not to use their trailers until the repair is completed. Great Dane will inspect and replace the upper coupler assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 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 September 1, 2026 to October 29, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.