- The problem
- On certain trailers equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control units (ecu). If the trailer-mounted abs warning lamp circuit experiences an electrical short and the short is not repaired, the high side power switch inside the ecu that controls the illumination of the trailer-mounted abs warning lamp may eventually become thermally stressed and experience an electrical short.
- The risk
- In an over-current condition in the ecu and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.
- The fix
- Detailed instructions and also provide a labor allowance for the repair. 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 bendix at 1-800-478-1793 or great dane at 1-800-633-4176.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Great Dane Trailer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Great Dane Trailer with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in October 2003 for the ABS warning light. For comparison, the 2000 has 0 and the 2002 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Trailer year, for its age
#442 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Great Dane Trailer problems
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2001 Great Dane Trailer recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain trailers equipped with bendix sr-2, sr-4, and sr-5 trailer spring brake valve assemblies, the molded rubber face of the inlet/exhaust valve (i/e valve) component of the affected valves can separate from the valve's metal insert. Air can be trapped by a separated i/e valve causing it to balloon and block the exhaust passage of the trailer spring brake circuit.
- The risk
- This condition can result in the affected vehicles being unable to apply the trailer parking/emergency spring brakes during parking in the event of a trailer supply line failure. Unintended rollaway could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death to the vehicle occupant or any bystanders.
- The fix
- Bendix will notify customers and provide a repair kit and installation instructions free of charge. 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 bendix at 440-329-9000 or great dane at 912-644-2100.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: trailers. These trailers fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "Air brake systems." These trailers fail to provide primary continuous power to the rear pintle hook electrical connector for the anti-lock braking system as required by the standard.
- The risk
- A non-functioning trailer abs could allow the trailer to skid, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will add a wiring harness which will be run from the front nose electrical connector to the pintle hook electrical connector. Owner notification is expected to begin july 1, 2001. 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 1-912-644-2100.
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1 complaints about the 2001 Great Dane Trailer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving about 40 mph right rear axle came apart and tire fell off. Consumer pulled off, and vehicle had be towed. Part that vehicle need to be replace is rear axle wheel bearing that came apart. And tmodel is apa 24572842k000 hb9-99g12659 made by propap, and they are manufacturer.*Ak
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All Trailer yearsQuestions about the 2001 Great Dane Trailer
Does the 2001 Great Dane Trailer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Great Dane Trailer: ABS warning light (October 2003); check valve (August 2002); trailer hitches (April 2001). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Great Dane Trailer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Great Dane Trailer had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 7, 2001 and the latest on March 7, 2001. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Great Dane Trailer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Great Dane Trailer year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Great Dane Trailer years have the most complaints?
1999 (4), 2006 (4), 1994 (2). See every Great Dane Trailer year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Great Dane Trailer has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data