Great Dane and Wabash Issue Trailer Safety Recalls
The two manufacturers are initiating separate recalls to address potential structural and mechanical defects in new trailers.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Auto Parts
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Great Dane and Wabash have announced safety recalls affecting nearly 8,500 total trailer units across the United States. The defects involve potential landing gear weld failures and incorrect wheel bearing lubrication.
Why it matters
These recalls address critical maintenance and safety issues that could lead to equipment failure or road hazards. No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with either recall campaign.
Great Dane is recalling nearly 7,000 model-year 2027 Everest and Champion trailers and 1,000 landing gear assemblies, with 10% estimated to be defective. Meanwhile, Wabash is recalling nearly 500 model-year 2027 van trailers.
The players
Great Dane
A prominent manufacturer of commercial trailers and truck bodies that provides transportation equipment to the trucking industry.
Wabash
A leading provider of connected solutions for the transportation, logistics, and distribution industries, specializing in van trailer manufacturing.
The details
Great Dane identified that landing gear k-brace welds can fail, while Wabash found that incorrect wheel bearing lubricant can cause trailer wheels to lock up. Both companies are offering to inspect and replace the faulty components or lubricant at no cost to owners.
Timeline
Wabash will mail owner notification letters on Nov. 25, 2026.
Great Dane will mail landing gear assembly notification letters on Dec. 18, 2026.
Great Dane will mail trailer owner notification letters on Dec. 22, 2026.
Roadmap
These safety actions align with industry-wide requirements to maintain equipment standards in the heavy-duty trailer sector. The recalls emphasize how manufacturers manage manufacturing quality control while operating under federal safety compliance frameworks.
Owners of affected trailers will receive official notification letters detailing how to schedule free repairs through authorized dealers. Drivers should watch for these communications to ensure their equipment is serviced promptly and remains safe for road use.
The takeaway
Vehicle owners should act quickly to schedule free inspections once they receive their formal recall notices in the mail. Ensuring that landing gear and wheel lubrication are properly serviced is essential for preventing roadside breakdowns.
Further reading
For more information on industry maintenance trends, visit the Auto Parts section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Land Line Media.
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