NHTSA Recall 21V243000: Frame and members (structure)
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,752 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Utility Trailer VS2DC.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V243000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-07-015 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Report received | April 7, 2021 |
| Owner notification | April 9, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility Trailer) is recalling certain 2006-2021 VS2DC, VS2DX, VS3DX trailers. The horizontal weld that attaches a mild steel angle to the slider rail for super doubles/pintle hook operations may be missing.
Safety risk
Without the weld, the slider rail may detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Utility Trailer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, add the weld, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 9, 2021. Owners may contact Utility Trailer customer service at 1-800-423-6591. Utility Trailer's number for this recall is SB-07-015.
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 21V243000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Utility Trailer VS2DC | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Utility Trailer VS2DX | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Utility Trailer VS3DX | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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.