Recall 14V463000: 2013–2014 Utility VS1DC, 2012–2014 Utility VS1RA, 2013 Utility VS2DX +4 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 30, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 2,098
- Models
- 7
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VS1RA, and 2013-2014 VS1DC, VS2DX, VS2RA, VS3DX, and VS3RA trailers manufactured April 2011, to May 2013. The pintle hook tube sub assembly that is welded to the pintle hook safety chain loop may break and fall off the vehicle.
The risk
If the loop were to break off, the air lines and electrical lines would detach, applying the towed trailer's brakes, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Utility will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pintle hook safety chain loop if it is cracked, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1-800-423-6591. Utility's number for this recall is SB 07-011/370258.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Utility VS1DC
- 2014 Utility VS1DC
- 2012 Utility VS1RA
- 2013 Utility VS1RA
- 2014 Utility VS1RA
- 2013 Utility VS2DX
- 2013 Utility VS2RA
- 2014 Utility VS2RA
- 2013 Utility VS3DX
- 2014 Utility VS3DX
- 2013 Utility VS3RA
- 2014 Utility VS3RA
- 2014 Utility Trailer VS2DX
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V463000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB-07-011/370258
- Manufacturer
- Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
- Owner letters
- Oct 8, 2014
- Components
- Structure (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology