Recall 02V333000: 2002 Utility VS2RA

Report received

Dec 3, 2002

Manufacturer

Utility trailer mfg. Co.

Potentially affected

24vehicles

Model years

2002

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain dual axle, refrigerated trailers built with an optional pintle hook assembly (premier type) for use in "super doubles" operations, some welds may have been missed that attach the reinforcement channel to the pintle hook mounting plate at the rear subframe.

Possible consequence

Full or partial separation of the pintle hook assembly from its mounting could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the pintle hook mounting assembly. Owner notification is expected to begin during december 2002 or january 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact utility at 1-800-423-6591.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 Utility VS2RA0 complaints