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2015-2017 Utility Flatbed Trailers recall: equipment

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall on September 19, 2016. It covers about 66 vehicles.

vehicles affected
66
reported
Sep 19, 2016
owners notified
Sep 20, 2016

Equipment

What is wrong
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Flatbed trailers, model FS2CHA, manufactured January 1, 2015, to September 16, 2016, equipped with certain Conestoga XP sliding trailer tarping systems with RAD-style rear closures. In the affected trailers, the rear aerodynamic device (RAD) may separate from the rear of the tarping system, due to rivet failure.
Risk
If the RAD detaches from the trailer it may be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Utility will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting rivets with a bolted connection, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2016. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1‑818‑965‑1541.

Recall number 16V674000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V674000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2017 Utility Flatbed Trailers equipment?

Yes. Recall 16V674000, reported on September 19, 2016, covers about 66 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V674000?

Utility will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting rivets with a bolted connection, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2016. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1‑818‑965‑1541.

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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