2015 Utility VS1RA, 2015 Utility VS2RA, 2015 Utility VS3RA Recall: Affected trailers may have over-tightened axle nuts which may result in…
NHTSA campaign 14V221000 · Suspension · filed Apr 24, 2014 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
Bearing failure may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
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Other campaigns involving Utility vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 14V221000 (manufacturer number SB-08-169). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.