Defect Description For Recall
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2015 Vs1Ra, Vs2Ra, And Vs3Ra Refrigerated Vans Manufactured January 6, 2014, Through March 14, 2014. The Affected Trailers May Have Over-Tightened Axle Nuts Which May Result In Axle Bearing Failure.
Make Of Vehicle
UTILITY
Model Of Vehicle
VS1RA
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
14V221000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Bearing Failure May Lead To A Loss Of Vehicle Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Utility Has Notified Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Bearings, Correct The Axle Nut Tightening And Verify The Proper Amount Of Wheel-End Play, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On April 18, 2014. Owners May Contact Utility Customer Service At 1-800-423-6591.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Start Of Manufacture
20140106
End Of Manufacture
20140314
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
507
Date Owners Notified
20140418
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Date Report Received
20140424
Make Campaign Number
SB-08-169