Recall 17V832 covers 58 2018 Wabash National Truck Body vehicles with a missing vertical-leg-support weld. Repair is free at any franchised Wabash National dealer.
Wabash National is recalling 58 2018 Truck Body vehicles because the recall addresses a missing weld on the vertical leg support. In a rear-end collision, that defect increases injury risk for occupants, and Wabash National dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The vertical leg support on the 2018 Wabash National Truck Body is part of the body structure. Its job is to help hold the support assembly in the right position as the truck body carries load and moves over the road. A weld at that support joint is supposed to lock the parts together.
On affected truck bodies, that weld was left off because the assembly print did not clearly show the weld installation. Without the weld, the vertical leg support is not attached the way Wabash National intended at that joint. The support itself is not being replaced; the repair addresses the missing weld.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a dashboard light, noise, or visible change that reliably identifies the missing weld before the structure is inspected.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Wabash National Truck Body | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 58 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a rear-end collision, this defect increases the risk of injury to occupants. There is no warning sign for the condition, so confirm the VIN and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Wabash National dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Wabash National Truck Body is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Wabash National dealer to schedule the free inspection and welding repair for the missing vertical leg support weld.
- Bring the recall notice if Wabash National mailed one, or reference recall number 17V832 and Wabash National recall B18001 when you call.
- Use caution until the repair is complete, since the missing support weld increases injury risk in a rear-end collision.
- Call Wabash National customer service at 1-765-771-5300 with recall questions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Wabash National technician inspects the vertical leg support on the truck body and welds the support if the required weld is missing. The inspection and welding are free under the recall. Wabash National handles reimbursement through its standard warranty procedures through the dealer network. If you already paid for a related vertical leg support repair, bring your repair paperwork to the dealer service desk and ask them to process it under those procedures.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 20, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 17, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 13, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| February 13, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 13, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 20, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V832?
Recall 17V832 covers 58 2018 Wabash National Truck Body vehicles with a vertical leg support that lacks a required weld. In a rear-end collision, occupants face an increased risk of injury. Wabash National dealers will inspect the support and weld it as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Wabash National Truck Body is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V832. If included, contact a Wabash National dealer or Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5300 to schedule the vertical leg support inspection. Reference recall B18001 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Wabash National dealers will inspect the vertical leg support and weld it as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is higher injury risk for occupants in a rear-end collision. The concern is structural: the vertical leg support lacks a required weld on affected truck bodies. The repair path is an inspection and welding by a Wabash National dealer.
When did the recall repair become available?
The recall repair began on January 17, 2018. Wabash National notified owners, and the dealer repair is available through the recall process. Use your VIN to confirm inclusion before scheduling the inspection and weld repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V832000 |
|---|---|
| Wabash National customer service | 1-765-771-5300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V832 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V832000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →