NHTSARecalled Apr 24, 2014 · #14V221000
Axle Nuts May Be Over Tightened
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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. Bearing failure may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Axle Nuts May Be Over Tightened
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
- Model numbers
- VS1RA, VS2RA, VS3RA
- UPCs
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What you should do
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.