Wabash Econex Refrigerated Body Vehicles Recall
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Wabash National Corporation is recalling certain 2021-2026 Econex Refrigerated Body vehicles due to improperly secured side door stirrup steps that may detach.
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 "high" 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 2021-2026 Econex Refrigerated Body vehicles. The side door stirrup steps are not properly secured and may detach.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 2021-2026 Wabash Econex Refrigerated Body vehicles, with a total of 2,142 units affected.
What You Should Do
Wabash will repair the stirrup steps free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404.
Why This Matters
Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury. Additionally, steps that detach while in transit increase the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V435000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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Similar body length
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Similar severity timing
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