2000 Wabash Trailer recalls and problems

The 2000 Wabash Trailer has 3 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Wabash dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Wabash Trailer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Wabash Trailer recalls

Recall 03V-314: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Aug 29, 2003 · 9,517 vehicles affected · WABASH NATIONAL CORP.

Problem: On certain trailers equipped with sealco spring brake control valve assemblies incorporated in arvinmeritor axles, part nos. 110700 and 110800, there is a recessed area on top of the valve in which a brass guide pin fits down inside the body of the valve and is held in place by a steel snap ring. The recessed area allows accumulation of water, dirt, and/or chemicals to build up behind the snap ring to the point where it will no longer contain the guide pin resulting in a failure of the air valve.

Risk: Failure of the valve in an empty or lightly loaded trailer while the vehicle is in motion could result in a hard application of the spring brakes, possibly locking up the trailer wheels and resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Sealco will provide a repair kit and installation instructions to customers free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact sealco at 602-253-1007 or wabash at 765-771-5404.

Recall 03V-208: Trailer Hitches

Reported Jun 4, 2003 · 2,291 vehicles affected · WABASH NATIONAL CORP.

Problem: On certain flat bed trailers equipped with kinedyne winches that attach to the lower flange of a flat bed trailer's side rail, through repeated use of the winch to secure cargo on the back of a flat bed trailer, and because of forklifts striking the winches, the winch clip can become damaged/bent and "open up."

Risk: This "opening up" could allow the winch to come loose from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the winch system including the winch clips. Owner notification began june 30, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact wabash at 1-756-771-5300.

Recall 00V-093: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Mar 27, 2000 · 51 vehicles affected · MERITOR AUTOMOTIVE

Problem: Vehicle description: trailer axle suspensions installed on wabash national trailers were assembled with incorrect brake camshafts. These trailers will not comply with the deceleration or parking requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems."

Risk: The brakes will not function properly. These trailers will also have diminished stopping distance performance and reduced parking (Hill holding) capability.

Fix: The trailer owners (Jb hunt) will inspect the axle suspensions and correct the brake camshaft condition.

2000 Wabash Trailer problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires2
Wheels1
Service Brakes, Air1
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs — 1
  • Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air Suspension System — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 313,000 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 2000 Wabash Trailer complaints

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

Tires · reported Sep 16, 2009
2008 volvo semi was towing 2000 wabash trailer that had a rear tire blow out. The debris from the blow out flew back and struck another vehicle causing damage. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0762-90.
Suspension · at 313,000 miles · reported Aug 2, 2007
Air ride suspension on wabash national semi trailers model years 2000 and 2001. Have stress cracks on suspension axle hangers. Axle assembly is represented as wabash national airride system but is in fact made by neway. Trailers will not pass DOT inspection and have been pulled off the road.
Wheels · reported Dec 22, 2005
Trailer lost passenger side tire. The tractor and trailer came to a controlled final rest on the berm. That same day the tire on that axle had been replaced because it went flat. This was the same tire again except this time the entire tire and wheel separated from the trailer. Another truck struck the tire and rim causing damage to it's right front headlight, front bumper, right front quarter panel and hood. There were no injuries.
Tires · reported Dec 22, 2005
2000 wabash trailer tire blew out. The left rear trailer tire blewout and as a result the recap came off and struck another vehicle's hood and windshield. The trailer sustained damage to the left rear inside tandem.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Wabash Trailer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Wabash Trailer: 03V-314 (service brakes, air), 03V-208 (trailer hitches), 00V-093 (service brakes, air). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Wabash Trailer?

Owners report tires problems most often (2 reports), followed by wheels (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 313,000 miles.

Are Wabash recall repairs free?

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