The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·26V683000·Announced 2026-10-16

Wabash Recalls 2027 Van Trailers Due to Wheel Bearing Lubricant Issue

Wabash is recalling 2027 Van Trailers because incorrect wheel bearing lubricant may cause wheel lock-up, increasing the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect where incorrect wheel bearing lubricant may cause wheel lock-up, increasing the risk of a crash. The source does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths.

Plain-English summary

Wabash National Corporation is recalling certain 2027 Van Trailers. The recall addresses a defect where incorrect wheel bearing lubricant may cause the wheel end to seize, resulting in wheel lock-up.

Wheel lock-up can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. The source does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths associated with this defect.

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.

The recalled product

Product
WABASH VAN TRAILER
Brand
WABASH
Manufacturer
Wabash National Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
475

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • VAN TRAILER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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