Recall 18V808 covers 5,194 2014-2019 Wabash National Van trailers with limb deflectors that can detach. Repair is free at any franchised Wabash National dealer.
Wabash National is recalling 5,194 2014-2019 Van trailers under recall 18V808 because limb deflectors can detach from the upper rear corners while the trailer is moving. Detached limb deflectors can increase the risk of a crash, and Wabash National dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The limb deflectors on 2014-2019 Wabash National Van trailers are guard pieces mounted at the upper rear corners of trailers equipped with limb guards. They are part of the trailer body structure and are meant to stay fixed to that corner area during normal trailer operation.
On affected trailers, the fasteners that hold the deflectors in place were not consistent in length. Loading dock impacts can loosen those fasteners over time. Once the fasteners loosen, a limb deflector can separate from the upper rear corner while the trailer is moving.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or fleet technician can check whether a deflector is already missing during a walk-around inspection, but the recall does not identify a noise, light, or handling change before the part detaches.
Who's affected?
This covers 6 model years, with body structure listed as the component for each Wabash National Van.
| 2018 Wabash National Van | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2017 Wabash National Van | body structure |
| 2016 Wabash National Van | body structure |
| 2014 Wabash National Van | body structure |
| 2015 Wabash National Van | body structure |
| 2019 Wabash National Van | body structure |
| Units affected | 5,194 |
| 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 trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Detached limb deflectors can increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the condition, so if your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and use extra caution until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Wabash National dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2019 Wabash National Van trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Wabash National dealer to schedule the free limb-deflector removal that stops the upper rear trailer pieces from detaching while moving.
- Bring the recall notice if Wabash National mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V808 when you call.
- Avoid hauling with the trailer until the free removal is complete if a limb deflector is loose or partly detached.
- Call Wabash National customer service at 1-765-771-5404 with questions and reference Wabash National recall LEG201803.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Wabash National technician removes the limb deflectors from the upper rear corners of the trailer. That addresses the recall condition, because the deflectors can detach while the trailer is moving. The removal and related labor are free under the recall. Wabash National's remedy is available now, so contact a Wabash National dealer or customer service to arrange the recall work.
Timeline
| November 15, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 30, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 10, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 10, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V808?
Recall 18V808 covers 5,194 2014-2019 Wabash National Van trailers equipped with limb deflectors on the upper rear corners. Those deflectors can detach while the trailer is moving, increasing crash risk. Wabash National dealers will remove the limb deflectors for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2019 Wabash National Van is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V808. If it is, contact a Wabash National dealer or Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404 to arrange free limb-deflector removal. Reference recall number 18V808 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 18V808, Wabash National dealers remove the affected limb deflectors free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a limb deflector can detach from the upper rear corner while the trailer is moving. A detached part on the road increases crash risk. Confirm the VIN, then arrange the free removal through a Wabash National dealer.
When did Wabash National start this recall repair?
Wabash National began the recall repair on November 30, 2018. Since the remedy is available, an included trailer is eligible for free limb-deflector removal through a Wabash National dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V808000 |
|---|---|
| Wabash National customer service | 1-765-771-5404 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V808 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V808000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (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 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →