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Wabash National Van Recall 20V551: Aero skirts can detach from trailer, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 20V551, reported September 10, 2020, 218 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2019-2021 van trailers with flat bottom floors and aerodynamic skirts have a defect: the skirts attached to the trailer may come loose. If a skirt detaches while the trailer is moving, it may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Owners should contact Wabash National customer service at 765-771-5404, referencing recall B20012. Wabash has notified owners, and dealers will rework the safety tether assembly to keep the skirt attached. The repair is free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2020.

You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is affected and what repairs remain outstanding.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V551Wabash National Corporation
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Van trailers manufactured with flat bottom floors that are equipped with aerodynamic skirts. The aerodynamic skirts attached to the van trailers may come loose.
Risk
If the aerodynamic skirt detaches while the trailer is moving it may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Wabash has notified owners, and dealers will rework the safety tether assembly to keep the skirt attached, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2020. Owners may contact Wabash's customer service at 765-771-5404. Wabash's number for this recall is B20012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Wabash National Van201920202021