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Wabash 2027 Van Trailers

Wabash Van Trailers have incorrect wheel bearing lubrication that can cause wheel lock-up and loss of control.

What happened

Wabash National Corporation is recalling certain 2027 Van Trailers because incorrect wheel bearing lubricant may cause the wheel end to seize, which can result in wheel lock-up. Wheel lock-up can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects 475 vehicles and was reported to NHTSA on October 16, 2026, with nationwide distribution.

Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bearing lubrication as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 25, 2026.

What to do

If you own a vehicle in this recall:

  1. Check your VIN (vehicle identification number) at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  2. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bearing lubrication as necessary, free of charge.
  3. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 25, 2026. You may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404.
  4. Watch your mail.

What you get Free repair

Full text from NHTSA

Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bearing lubrication as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 25, 2026. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404.

Is your Wabash affected?

These models and years may be affected.

Wabash

  • VAN Trailer (2027)

Your VIN confirms it. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard or on your registration card.

Check your VIN on nhtsa.gov (opens in a new tab)

Recall details

Reported to NHTSA
Status
Open
Sold in
Nationwide
Manufacturer
Wabash National Corporation
Component
Wheel defect
Risk

No NHTSA driving warning

How risk is rated

NHTSA campaign number
26V683000
Vehicles affected
475
Repair cost
Free of charge
Owner letters expected
Manufacturer phone
1-765-771-5404

All recalls from Wabash National Corporation

Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA

  2. Added to Recall Canary

  3. Summary updated

Summary by Recall Canary, written with AI · summary updated Oct 31, 2026 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (opens in a new tab)