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2011-2012 Utility VS1DC and Utility Trailer VS2DX recall: latches/locks/linkages

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall on January 20, 2012. It covers about 95 vehicles.

vehicles affected
95
reported
Jan 20, 2012
owners notified
Jan 5, 2012

Latches/locks/linkages

What is wrong
Utility manufacturing company (utility) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 utility vs1dc and vs2dx dry vans manufactured from december 2010 through august 2011, and equipped with an optional liftgate battery box. The mounting plates used for mounting single or double battery boxes on trailers may be the incorrect size and some may also have been misoriented during installation.
Risk
Battery boxes mounted with the incorrect size or improperly oriented mounting plates can become detached from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Utility will notify owners and dealers will inspect the mounting plates and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification has already begun. Owners may contact utility trailer manufacturing company at 1‑626‑854‑7215.

Recall number 12V020000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V020000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Utility VS1DC and Utility Trailer VS2DX latches/locks/linkages?

Yes. Recall 12V020000, reported on January 20, 2012, covers about 95 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V020000?

Utility will notify owners and dealers will inspect the mounting plates and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification has already begun. Owners may contact utility trailer manufacturing company at 1‑626‑854‑7215.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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