The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·14V221000·Announced 2014-04-24

Utility Recalls 2015 Refrigerated Vans Due to Axle Bearing Failure Risk

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company is recalling 2015 VS1RA, VS2RA, and VS3RA refrigerated vans because over-tightened axle nuts may cause bearing failure and loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (axle bearing failure) that may lead to loss of vehicle control and crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain model year 2015 VS1RA, VS2RA, and VS3RA refrigerated vans. The affected units were manufactured between January 6, 2014, and March 14, 2014. The recall involves 507 vehicles.

The defect involves over-tightened axle nuts, which may result in axle bearing failure. This failure could lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
UTILITY VS1RA, VS3RA, VS2RA
Brand
UTILITY
Manufacturer
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Category
Vehicle — Refrigerated Van
Hazard
Affected units
507

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • VS1RA
  • VS3RA
  • VS2RA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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