UTILITY 2015 UTILITY VS2RA Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2015 UTILITY VS2RA
Brand
UTILITY
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2015
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain 2015 UTILITY VS2RA vehicles due to suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly issues. Bearing failure may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Bearing failure may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026