Wabash has issued a recall for more than 3,000 of their dry van trailers. If you own a Wabash trailer manufactured between 2009 and 2024, keep reading.
According to a recent government report, a significant number of Wabash trailers with rail-style lift gates may be defective. In fact, an estimated nine out of every ten trailers failed to meet a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard.
The recall specifically affects Wabash dry van trailers with model years ranging from 2009 to 2024. If your trailer falls into this category, take note of the following models: DVDBHPC, DVCVHPC, DVHDHPC, DVLSHPC, DVCVRCP, DVXDHPC, RFALHSA, RFCVHSC, DVLHHSA, DVCVHSA, and DVDBHSA.
The safety issue arises from a rail-style lift gate with a rear guard that is positioned too far forward. This configuration reduces impact protection, putting you at an increased risk of injury.
“The addition of a rail style lift gate was not taken into account when calculating the rear most extremity of the vehicle,” the recall report said.
In order to comply with FMVSS no. 224, the rear impact guard will be upgraded with an extension to the horizontal member. This extension brings the guard in line with the 305mm maximum setback requirement.
Dealers will add the extension for free of charge. Owners should keep an eye on their mail in late November for a notification regarding this recall.
Source: Trucking Dive
