Utility VS2R recalls
There are 6 safety recalls on record for the Utility VS2R, covering 7,295 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Utility VS2R recalls by model year
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Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum
- What is wrong
- On certain trailers equipped with webb wheel platinum series brake drums, these brake drums could crack on the braking surface.
- Risk
- This could result in reduction or complete loss of braking which could result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Webb wheel will inspect and replace the brake drums. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact webb wheel at 1‑800‑633‑3256 or utility at 626‑854‑7217.
Recall number 04V057000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: antilock: ABS warning light
- What is wrong
- On certain trailers equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control units (ecu). If the trailer-mounted ABS warning lamp circuit experiences an electrical short and the short is not repaired, the high side power switch inside the ecu that controls the illumination of the trailer-mounted ABS warning lamp may eventually become thermally stressed and experience an electrical short.
- Risk
- If the power switch shorts, it can result in an over-current condition in the ecu and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.
- Remedy
- Bendix will provide a remedy kit and detailed instructions and also provide a labor allowance for the repair. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bendix at 1‑800‑478‑1793 or utility at 626‑965‑1541.
Recall number 03V361000 · Recall details
Trailer hitches
- What is wrong
- On certain dual axle, refrigerated trailers built with an optional pintle hook assembly (premier type) for use in "super doubles" operations, some welds may have been missed that attach the reinforcement channel to the pintle hook mounting plate at the rear subframe.
- Risk
- Full or partial separation of the pintle hook assembly from its mounting could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the pintle hook mounting assembly. Owner notification is expected to begin during december 2002 or january 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact utility at 1‑800‑423‑6591.
Recall number 02V333000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: controls, pedals and linkages
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: trailers equipped with certain haldex brake system two and four port relay valves. The valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released.
- Risk
- When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace these valves. Haldex is conductng the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact haldex at 1‑816‑891‑2470 or utility trailer at 1‑626‑965‑7215.
Recall number 01V189002 · Recall details
Wheels: hub
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: trailers equipped with hubs provided by webb wheel products. These truck trailer disc wheel hubs have direct-machined anti-lock braking systems (ABS), part number 2023a, and manufactured between april 14 and june 7, 2000. The ABS teeth are machined into the inner face of the hub bore, and the teeth are machined off center from the center of the hub. The speed sensor of the ABS system reads the tooth pattern and sends erroneous signals to the ABS control unit.
- Risk
- This condition can cause the ABS system to cycle rapidly and extend stopping distances during an ABS controlled brake application possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Utility will notify its customers to inspect for defective hubs and will replace the hubs free of charge.
Recall number 00V386002 · Recall details
Suspension: front: hub
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: van-refrigerated/dry freight trailers equipped with conmet pregreased trailer hubs and a tire inflation system. The outboard bearing on the pregreased trailer axle hubs used with the tire inflation systems may fail due to the intrusion of contaminants through the tire inflation system.
- Risk
- An outboard bearing failure can result in a separation of the hub assembly from the spindle.
- Remedy
- Authorized dealers are instructed to convert greased hubs to oil hubs if the tire inflation system is to remain on the trailer. If the tire inflation system is removed, the hub must be inspected for contamination and corrosion. The hub and bearing assembly must be replaced if there is evidence of corrosion. If there is no evidence of corrosion, lubricant and seal manitenance can be performed and the hub reinstalled.
Recall number 00V102003 · Recall details
Questions about the Utility VS2R recalls
How do I check if my Utility VS2R has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Utility VS2R have?
6, covering service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes, air and trailer hitches.
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