Wabash Dry Truck Body Recall Issued for Liftgate Pins
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Wabash National Corporation is recalling certain 2025-2026 Dry Truck Body vehicles due to deck pins that may break and cause the liftgate platform to fall.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 6, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Dry Freight trucks because the deck pins may break, resulting in the liftgate platform falling.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 2025-2026 WABASH DRY TRUCK BODY vehicles. A total of 8 units are affected.
What You Should Do
Wabash will work with Hiab to replace the deck pins and bushing kits free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 31, 2026. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V449000.
Why This Matters
A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V449000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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