Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company | NHTSA Recall #14V221000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V221000 by Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company. Affecting model year 2015 vs1ra, vs2ra, and vs3ra refrigerated vans manufactured january 6, 2014, through march 14, 2014 Includes 507 affected units, Axle Nuts May Be Over Tightened, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2015 vs1ra, vs2ra, and vs3ra refrigerated vans manufactured january 6, 2014, through march 14, 2014
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.