# Wabash National Corporation: Incorrect Wheel Bearing Lubrication (26V683000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 35/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Wabash National Corporation |
| Subject | Incorrect Wheel Bearing Lubrication |
| NHTSA ID | 26V683000 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Units potentially affected | 475 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2027 Van Trailers. Incorrect wheel bearing lubricant may cause the wheel end to seize, which can result in wheel lock-up. |
| Consequence | Wheel lock-up can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bearing lubrication as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 25, 2026. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (wheels).
- 475 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V683000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.