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Campaign Details
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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.
Consequence / Hazard
Bearing failure may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Proposed Solution
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.
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🚗 Affected Vehicles3
All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.