Axle: non-powered axle assemblyRecall 17V-483 · 2017 Utility VS2ra
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company recall 17V-483 covers 35 2017 Utility VS2ra for a axle: non-powered axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on August 1, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V483000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility Trailer) is recalling certain 2017 VS2RA trailers. The weld that secures the mud flap bracket to the suspension beam may allow the mud flap bracket to detach.
The risk
If the mud flap detaches during trailer use, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Utility Trailer has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the weld for cracks, re-welding the bracket as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Utility Trailer customer service at 1-818-965-1541.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from June 14, 2017 to July 5, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.