Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company | NHTSA Recall #12V298000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V298000 by Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company. Includes 16 affected units, BRAKE SYSTEM CHECK VALVE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Utility manufacturing company (utility) is recalling certain model year 2013 utility vs2dx dry vans manufactured from may 16, 2012, through june 13, 2012. the brake system check valve was installed incorrectly, causing a delay in brake application. thus, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121,?air brake systems.?

Corrective Action

Utility has notified owners and retrofitted the affected vehicles, free of charge; therefore, an owner notification notice will not be issued for this campaign. owners may contact utility trailer manufacturing company at 1-626-854-7215.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V298000
Manufacturer: Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Report Received Date: 2012-06-26T00:00:00
Subject: Brake system check valve
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 16

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Utility manufacturing company (utility) is recalling certain model year 2013 utility vs2dx dry vans manufactured from may 16, 2012, through june 13, 2012. the brake system check valve was installed incorrectly, causing a delay in brake application. thus, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121,?air brake systems.?
Consequence Summary: A delay in application of the trailer brakes increases the stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Utility has notified owners and retrofitted the affected vehicles, free of charge; therefore, an owner notification notice will not be issued for this campaign. owners may contact utility trailer manufacturing company at 1-626-854-7215.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 12V298000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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