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NHTSA Recall 17V483000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 35 vehicles. It affects 2017 Utility VS2RA.

35
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2017
owners notified (July 28)
NHTSA campaign17V483000
ComponentSUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Report receivedAugust 1, 2017
Owner notificationJuly 28, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

If the mud flap detaches during trailer use, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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 17V483000

Make and modelModel years
Utility VS2RA2017

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.