Recall 26V449 affects 4 2025-2026 Wabash Dry Truck Body trucks for liftgate deck pins that break. Repair will be free once available.
Wabash is recalling 4 2025-2026 Dry Truck Body vehicles because deck pins can break and let the liftgate platform fall. A falling liftgate increases the risk of injury, and the dealer repair will be free once Wabash makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The liftgate on the 2025-2026 Wabash Dry Truck Body is the rear loading platform used to raise and lower freight between the ground and the cargo body. Its hydraulic cylinders move the platform, while deck pins hold the platform connection points in place as the gate lifts, lowers, and supports cargo.
On affected Wabash truck bodies, the Waltco MDV liftgate cylinders can move out of sync. That uneven motion twists the platform instead of lifting it evenly. The extra stress loads the deck pins beyond their normal job, which fractures the pins and allows them to break. If the pins break, the liftgate platform can fall, the safety risk described in NHTSA campaign 26V449.
Owners or operators can notice fractured pins or uneven liftgate operation before the platform falls. If the gate rises crooked, drops unevenly, binds, or shows damaged pins, that is the warning sign.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2025 and 2026 Dry Truck Body, both tied to the same Waltco liftgate equipment.
| 2025 Wabash Dry Truck Body | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2026 Wabash Dry Truck Body | body structure |
| Units affected | 4 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury. Uneven liftgate operation or fractured pins are warning signs to treat seriously. Keep people clear of the liftgate area, avoid loading or unloading under it, and schedule service. Repair will be free at any franchised Wabash dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Wabash Dry Truck Body is included in this recall.
- Wait for Wabash's owner letter before scheduling the free deck-pin and bushing-kit replacement that addresses the liftgate platform falling unexpectedly.
- Call Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404 with questions and reference recall number 26V449 when you call.
- Keep people clear of the liftgate platform until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Owner letters are expected on August 31, 2026, and the final dealer repair is not listed as available yet. Once it opens, Wabash will work with Hiab so a Wabash technician can replace the liftgate deck pins and bushing kits. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related deck pin, bushing, or liftgate platform repair, Wabash's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring repair paperwork and receipts to the service desk when the repair opens.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 14, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V449?
Recall 26V449 covers 4 2025-2026 Wabash Dry Truck Body vehicles with liftgate deck pins that can break. If the pins break, the liftgate platform can fall. Wabash will work with Hiab to replace the deck pins and bushing kits for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Wabash Dry Truck Body is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V449. If it is, contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404 and ask how to schedule the free deck pin and bushing kit replacement with Hiab.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Wabash will work with Hiab to replace the affected deck pins and bushing kits free of charge. Keep the recall number, 26V449, handy when you call Wabash customer service or discuss the repair path.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an unexpected liftgate platform drop. A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury, especially for anyone standing near or using the liftgate. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free deck pin and bushing kit replacement.
When will Wabash notify owners?
Wabash expects to mail owner notification letters on August 31, 2026. You do not need to wait for a letter to act. Check your VIN, then contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404 if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V449000 |
|---|---|
| Wabash customer service | 1-765-771-5404 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V449 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V449000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on July 26, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →