Utility VS3RA recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the Utility VS3RA, covering 3,700 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Utility VS3RA recalls by model year
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Structure
- What is wrong
- Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VS1RA, and 2013-2014 VS1DC, VS2DX, VS2RA, VS3DX, and VS3RA trailers manufactured April 2011, to May 2013. The pintle hook tube sub assembly that is welded to the pintle hook safety chain loop may break and fall off the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the loop were to break off, the air lines and electrical lines would detach, applying the towed trailer's brakes, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Utility will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pintle hook safety chain loop if it is cracked, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1‑800‑423‑6591. Utility's number for this recall is SB 07-011/370258.
Recall number 14V463000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Bearing failure may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 14V221000 · 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
Questions about the Utility VS3RA recalls
How do I check if my Utility VS3RA 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 VS3RA have?
3, covering structure, suspension and service brakes, air.
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