Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company | NHTSA Recall #02V333000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V333000 by Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company. Includes 24 affected units, UTILITY/PINTLE HOOK PLATE WELDS, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V333000
Manufacturer: Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Report Received Date: 2002-12-03T00:00:00
Subject: Utility/pintle hook plate welds
Component: Trailer Hitches
Potentially Affected Units: 24

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: Full or partial separation of the pintle hook assembly from its mounting could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-am4u.gbdj~jnb6
NHTSA ID: 02V333000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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