Wabash National Corporation: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Wabash National Corporation in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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September 13, 2016

(Campaign #: LEG201603)

Frame Cracks Causing Counterbalance Leg Detachment

Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Con-Gear Converter Dolly Trailers manufactured March 31, 2014, to August 6, 2015. In the affected trailers, the frame may crack on the counterbalance leg weld seam or the top plate.

NHTSA ID: 16V659000

Component: STRUCTURE

# of Units Affected: 2,466

Consequence Summary:

The cracks may progress and result in the counterbalance leg detaching while the trailer is being used, possibly causing the counterbalance leg to be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Wabash will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the dolly for cracks, and add welds and weld plugs on the inboard side of the counterbalance legs. If welding will not resolve the issue than the dolly frame will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 26, 2016. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404. Wabash's number for this recall is LEG201603.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 84.75

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June 29, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Improperly Machined Trailer Spring Brake Valve

Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Van Trailers manufactured January 1, 2014, to May 10, 2016, equipped with certain Bendix SR5 spring brake valves. These valves may have been improperly machined which may cause a delay of application of the spring brakes while parking.

NHTSA ID: 16V484000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 14,862

Consequence Summary:

If there is a delay of the spring brake application, the trailer may roll away after it has decoupled from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action:

Wabash will contact owners and provide a remedy kit, complete with instructions, to repair any affected SR-5 trailer relay valves, free of charge.. Wabash issued an interim notification to owners on August 10, 2016. The recall began on September 6, 2016. Owners may contact Wabash Customer Service Department at 1-765-771-5300.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 75.04

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