2013 Wabash National Van recalls and problems

The 2013 Wabash National Van has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Wabash National dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2013 Wabash National Van vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Wabash National Van recalls

Recall 23V-646: Structure

Reported Sep 20, 2023 · 3,711 vehicles affected · Wabash National Corporation

Problem: Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2009-2024 dry van trailers equipped with a rail-style lift gate. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The location of the rear impact guard is too far forward from the rear of the trailer, reducing impact protection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."

Risk: In the event of a rear impact crash, the rear impact guard may not sufficiently protect light duty vehicles, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will add an extension to the rear impact guard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2023. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404. Wabash's number for this recall is B23015.

Recall 15V-791: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Nov 24, 2015 · 91 vehicles affected · Wabash National Corporation

Problem: Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Van Trailers manufactured December 9, 2013, to August 25, 2015, and equipped with certain Meritor EX225L2, EX225L+, and Bendix ADB22X axles. The affected axle assemblies have brake caliper mounting bolts that may not have been properly tightened, allowing the caliper mounting bolts to back out and the caliper to detach from the axle flange.

Risk: If the caliper detaches from the axle flange, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Wabash will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2016. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404.

Recall 14V-702: Suspension

Reported Nov 5, 2014 · 4 vehicles affected · Wabash National Corporation

Problem: Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain model year 2013 Van trailers manufactured September 20, 2013, to November 30, 2013, equipped with certain 2013 Pivot Bolts Part Number 93201070 manufactured by SAF-Holland. The affected pivot bolts are susceptible to cracking.

Risk: In the event that both sides of the pivot connection crack, it could cause a separation of the axle/suspension assembly from the trailer, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Wabash will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pivot bolts with new pivot bolts, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2015. Owners may contact Wabash at 1-888-396-6501.

2013 Wabash National Van problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other2
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 100,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Wabash National Van complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 100,000 miles · reported May 1, 2019
I drive for werner enterprises and I have raised this safety issue many of times to all levels of upper management. I AM on the anheuser busch dedicated account and we pull these 53' dry van trailers that are certified by wabash to 68,000 lbs. Gross weight. These trailers are registered in nebraska for a gross weight of 34,000 lbs. Unladen weight is 13,500. Our normal load weight vary between 49,000 lbs. And 52,150 with a max gross weight of 80,000 lbs. The safety issue is that the weight we are carrying is causing stress failures in the structure of these trailers and it is a fact of not if…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Wabash National Van have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Wabash National Van: 23V-646 (structure), 15V-791 (service brakes, air), 14V-702 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Wabash National Van?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 100,000 miles.

Are Wabash National recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Wabash National dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.