2027 Wabash Van Trailer problems, complaints & recalls

Defect: Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2027 Van Trailers. Incorrect wheel bearing lubricant may cause the wheel end to seize, which can result in wheel lock-up.

Risk: Wheel lock-up can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Defect: Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2027 Van Trailers. The external antilock (ABS) malfunction indicator light may not be labeled. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Risk: An unlabeled ABS light may confuse following drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Wabash will mail ABS identification labels and installation instructions, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 11, 2026. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404.

Defect: Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2027 Wabash van trailers. The bumper tube bolts may have been improperly tightened, reducing the protection provided by the rear impact guard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 223, "Rear Impact Guards."

Risk: An improperly installed guard may not sufficiently protect a following vehicle, increasing the risk of injury during a rear end crash.

Fix: Dealers will tighten the bumper tube bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 14, 2026. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404.