NHTSA Recall 12V020000: Latches/locks/linkages
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 95 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Utility Trailer VS2DX.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V020000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
| Report received | January 20, 2012 |
| Owner notification | January 5, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Utility manufacturing company (utility) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 utility vs1dc and vs2dx dry vans manufactured from december 2010 through august 2011, and equipped with an optional liftgate battery box. The mounting plates used for mounting single or double battery boxes on trailers may be the incorrect size and some may also have been misoriented during installation.
Safety risk
Battery boxes mounted with the incorrect size or improperly oriented mounting plates can become detached from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Utility will notify owners and dealers will inspect the mounting plates and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification has already begun. Owners may contact utility trailer manufacturing company at 1-626-854-7215.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 12V020000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.