2015 Utility Vs1ra | 2015 Utility Vs3ra | 2015 Utility Vs2ra — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
Published April 29, 2014 · Recall initiated: April 24, 2014
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14V221000, published April 29, 2014 and initiated April 24, 2014. Recalling firm: Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company; 2015 Utility Vs1ra | 2015 Utility Vs3ra | 2015 Utility Vs2ra — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- UTILITY
- Model
- VS1RA
- Manufacturer
- Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
- Lot
- 2015 UTILITY VS1RA | 2015 UTILITY VS3RA | 2015 UTILITY VS2RA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Utility Vs1ra | 2015 Utility Vs3ra | 2015 Utility Vs2ra — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V221000 on April 29, 2014. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: UTILITY. Model: VS1RA.