Wabash/body rail welds
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: semi-trailers. these semi-trailers are equipped with suspension bogies that can slide forward and aft to change the axle positions. the bogies slide along a pair of body rails that are welded directly to the bottom flange of the i-beam crossmembers that make up the floor support structure. the front stop pipes were inadvertently welded to the body rails several inches below the bottom of the crossmembers.
Safety Consequence
Cyclic tension loading will result in the outside gusset weld cracking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
This campaign has been superseded by campaign no. 02v-295. dealers will cut away the vertical connection of the gusset to the rails eliminating the gusset cracking in the area where the stop pipe is solidly welded into the body rails.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Wabash National Corporation or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 00V025000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V025000?
NHTSA recall 00V025000 was issued by Wabash National Corporation on January 28, 2000. It addresses: Wabash/body rail welds. The recall affects approximately 6,233 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Wabash National Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V025000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.