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Wabash National Van Recall 21V588: Fuel tank brackets may detach, risking tank separation

NHTSA campaign 21V588, reported July 30, 2021, 352 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2018-2022 Wabash National van trailers may have fuel tank brackets that can detach from the vehicle. If a bracket comes loose, the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle, which raises the risk of a crash or injury.

The recall repair is free. An authorized dealer will add an aluminum plate and four fasteners to each fuel tank bracket. Owners who were affected were mailed notification letters on August 18, 2021. If you have questions, you can contact Wabash National customer service at 1-765-771-5404, referencing recall number B21012.

If you own one of these vehicles, check whether it has an open recall by entering its VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup, and contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free repair.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V588Wabash National Corporation
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
Problem
Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Van Trailers. The fuel tank brackets may detach.
Risk
Detached fuel tank brackets could allow the fuel tank to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will add an aluminum plate and 4 fasteners to each bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 18, 2021. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404. Wabash's number for this recall is B21012.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

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