Recall 23V383 affects 40 2024 Wabash National Dry Van trailers for an improperly welded king pin. Repair is free at any franchised Wabash National dealer.
Wabash National is recalling 40 2024 Dry Van trailers because the king pin was not welded properly and can detach inside the upper coupler. A detached king pin can let the trailer move unintentionally and cause loss of trailer control, which increases crash risk; Wabash National dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The upper coupler assembly on a 2024 Wabash National Dry Van trailer is the steel structure at the front of the trailer that connects to the tractor's fifth wheel. Its king pin is the locking pin that drops into the fifth wheel and holds the trailer to the tractor during towing.
On affected trailers, the king pin was not welded to Wabash National's standard specification. The root problem was a robotic welding computer program with the same start and stop points, which left one weld out of the sequence. Without that weld, the king pin is not secured as designed and can detach within the upper coupler.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing says there is no indication that the condition is present, so an owner or driver should not expect a noise, warning light, handling change, or visible symptom from normal use.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Wabash National Dry Van | Trailer hitches |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 40 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2024 Wabash National Dry Van trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached king pin can move unintentionally and cause loss of trailer control, which increases crash risk. There is no warning sign that tells you the condition is present, so schedule the coupler repair promptly if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Wabash National dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Wabash National Dry Van trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Wabash National dealer to schedule the free upper-coupler assembly replacement that fixes the improperly welded king pin.
- Bring the recall notice if Wabash National mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V383 and Wabash National recall B23002 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the dealer completes the repair, because a detached king pin can cause loss of trailer control.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Wabash National technician replaces the upper coupler assembly on the affected dry van trailer. That work addresses the improperly welded king pin area by replacing the coupler assembly that holds the king pin. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free. Wabash National says customers who already paid to correct this condition before receiving their notification will be reimbursed. Ask Wabash National customer service about reimbursement for documented costs tied to this repair.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 30, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 18, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 28, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| July 28, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 28, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V383?
Recall 23V383 covers 40 2024 Wabash National Dry Van trailers with a king pin that was not welded properly. The king pin can detach within the upper coupler, causing loss of trailer control. Dealers will replace the upper coupler assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Wabash National Dry Van is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V383. If it is, contact a Wabash National dealer to schedule replacement of the upper coupler assembly. Reference recall number 23V383 or Wabash National recall B23002 when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform safety recall repairs at no cost. For this recall, Wabash National dealers will replace the upper coupler assembly free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of trailer control. If the improperly welded king pin detaches inside the upper coupler, the detached king pin can move unintentionally and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before returning the trailer to service.
When were owners notified about recall 23V383?
Wabash National mailed owner notification letters on July 18, 2023. If you own this trailer and never received a letter, check your VIN and call Wabash National customer service at 1-765-771-5404 with recall number B23002.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V383000 |
|---|---|
| Wabash National customer service | 1-765-771-5404 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V383 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V383000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →