NHTSA Recall 14V463000: Structure
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,098 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Utility Trailer VS2DX.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V463000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-07-011/370258 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | July 30, 2014 |
| Owner notification | October 8, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VS1RA, and 2013-2014 VS1DC, VS2DX, VS2RA, VS3DX, and VS3RA trailers manufactured April 2011, to May 2013. The pintle hook tube sub assembly that is welded to the pintle hook safety chain loop may break and fall off the vehicle.
Safety risk
If the loop were to break off, the air lines and electrical lines would detach, applying the towed trailer's brakes, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Utility will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pintle hook safety chain loop if it is cracked, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1-800-423-6591. Utility's number for this recall is SB 07-011/370258.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V463000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Utility Trailer VS2DX | 2014 |
| Utility VS1DC | 2013, 2014 |
| Utility VS1RA | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Utility VS2DX | 2013 |
| Utility VS2RA | 2013, 2014 |
| Utility VS3DX | 2013, 2014 |
| Utility VS3RA | 2013, 2014 |
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.