Recall 26V323 affects 721 2019-2027 Wabash Platform Trailer trailers with missing conspicuity tape. Repair will be free at any franchised Wabash dealer once available.
Wabash is recalling 721 2019-2027 Platform Trailer trailers because required conspicuity tape was not installed. That missing reflective tape can make the trailer harder for other drivers to see and increase crash risk; the Wabash dealer repair will be free once it is available.
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What's wrong?
Conspicuity tape is the reflective striping on the rear of a trailer. On a 2019-2027 Wabash Platform Trailer, it helps other drivers see the trailer's width and rear edge when light hits the tape. The tape works with the trailer's lamps and reflectors so traffic approaching from behind can judge the trailer's outline.
On affected trailers, the tape was left off the rear deck during production. The issue involves certain platform trailers with C-Channel rear sills and fork truck Moffet kits, which let an owner carry a forklift at the rear. Without the rear tape across the deck width, the trailer does not meet the required visibility equipment standard.
An owner or motor carrier can spot the problem during a routine rear-deck inspection. Look across the rear of the trailer for the reflective conspicuity tape. If that striping is missing, that is the warning sign tied to this recall.
Who's affected?
Covers one Platform Trailer model across nine model years, all tied to exterior lighting.
| 2027 Wabash Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2026 Wabash Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| 2025 Wabash Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| 2024 Wabash Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| 2023 Transcraft Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| 2022 Transcraft Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| 2021 Transcraft Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| 2020 Transcraft Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| 2019 Transcraft Platform Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 721 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Missing conspicuity tape makes the rear of the trailer harder for other drivers to see, increasing the risk of a crash. Required routine trailer inspections can identify whether the rear tape is missing. Schedule the repair when Wabash opens it. Repair will be free at any franchised Wabash dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2027 Wabash Platform Trailer is included in this recall.
- Wait for Wabash's owner letter, expected July 17, 2026, before requesting the free conspicuity tape.
- Call Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404 with questions and reference recall number 26V323.
- Inspect the trailer before each trip and avoid night or low-visibility use until the missing conspicuity tape is installed.
- Install the free conspicuity tape when Wabash provides it; the tape restores the missing visibility markings.
What happens at the repair
Once Wabash opens the remedy, Wabash will provide the missing conspicuity tape free of charge. The tape is the reflective marking that makes the trailer easier to see from the side and rear. Owner letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026, so contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404 if you need the tape or instructions before the letter arrives. If you already paid for this recall related repair, Wabash uses the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan. Keep invoices and payment records for the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 20, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 17, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| July 17, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V323?
Recall 26V323 covers 721 2019-2027 Wabash Platform Trailer units missing conspicuity tape. That tape helps other drivers see the trailer, and missing tape reduces visibility, increasing crash risk. Wabash will provide the conspicuity tape for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2027 Wabash Platform Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 26V323. If it is, contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404 and reference recall number 26V323. Owner letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. For recall 26V323, Wabash will provide the missing conspicuity tape free of charge once the remedy process opens.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced trailer visibility to other drivers. Missing conspicuity tape makes the trailer harder to see, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then follow Wabash's instructions for getting the free tape.
When will owners be notified?
Wabash expects to mail owner notification letters on July 17, 2026. The letter should explain how owners get the free conspicuity tape. You do not need to wait for the letter to check your VIN.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V323000 |
|---|---|
| Wabash customer service | 1-765-771-5404 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V323 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V323000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →