2021 Great Dane Champion: common problems
The maker issued 3 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 3
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Notice of a field upgrade to Great Dane's telematics system
- Information about a required over the air update to Great Dane's Fleet Pulse telematics system installed…
Information about a required over the air update to Great Dane's Fleet Pulse telematics system installed on certain 2020-2022 Everest and Champion models.
- Visual Inspection Illustration used to confirm proper routing of iABS sensor cables and proper connection…
Visual Inspection Illustration used to confirm proper routing of iABS sensor cables and proper connection to the ECU on certain 2021 Great Dane Champion model trailers.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Great Dane Champion?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 3 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Great Dane Champion?
NHTSA lists 3 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Great Dane Champion from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.