Utility VS2RA recalls and problems
12 recalls and 6 owner complaints for 13 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
12
Complaints
6
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Utility VS2RA by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 VS2RA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 VS2RA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 VS2RA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 VS2RA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 VS2RA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 VS2RA | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 VS2RA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 VS2RA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 VS2RA | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 VS2RA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 VS2RA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 VS2RA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 VS2RA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Utility VS2RA problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
All Utility VS2RA recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17V-483 | Aug 1, 2017 | 2017 | Suspension | Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility Trailer) is recalling certain 2017 VS2RA trailers. |
| 15V-774 | Nov 19, 2015 | 2015 | Service Brakes, Air | Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility Trailer) is recalling certain model year 2015 Refrigerated Van trailers, model VS2RA, manufactured on December 16, 2013, and equipped with certain Meritor EX225L2, EX225L+… |
| 15V-063 | Feb 4, 2015 | 2014–2015 | Parking Brake | Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 FS2CHA, VS2DX, VS1DC, VS2RA, and VS1RA trailers manufactured April 14, 2014, to November 4, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex… |
| 14V-463 | Jul 30, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Structure | 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. |
| 14V-221 | Apr 24, 2014 | 2015 | Suspension | 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. |
| 11V-191 | Mar 24, 2011 | 2011 | Service Brakes, Air | Utility trailer is recalling certain model year 2011 vs2ra heavy duty trucks, manufactured from december 2010 through march 2011, equipped with gunite automatic slack adjusters. |
| 11V-117 | Feb 18, 2011 | 2007–2009 | Power Train | Utility trailer is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 vs2ra and model year 2008 vs2dx refrigerated and dry vans equipped with arvinmeritor axles. |
| 10V-545 | Nov 5, 2010 | 2009 | Suspension | Utility trailer is recalling certain model year 2011 vs2ra and vs2dx trailers equipped with arvin meritor suspension systems. |
| 04V-057 | Feb 5, 2004 | 2003–2004 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | On certain trailers equipped with webb wheel platinum series brake drums, these brake drums could crack on the braking surface. |
| 03V-361 | Oct 7, 2003 | 2000–2003 | Service Brakes, Air | On certain trailers equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control units (Ecu). |
| 02V-333 | Dec 3, 2002 | 2002 | Trailer Hitches | On certain dual axle, refrigerated trailers built with an optional pintle hook assembly (Premier type) for use in "super doubles" operations, some welds may have been missed that attach the reinforcement channel to the… |
| 01V-189 | Jun 26, 2001 | 2001–2002 | Service Brakes, Air | Vehicle description: trailers equipped with certain haldex brake system two and four port relay valves. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Utility VS2RA?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2009 Utility VS2RA has the most reports (4). Check the 2009 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Utility VS2RA have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls covering Utility VS2RA model years 2000–2004, 2007–2009, 2011, 2013–2015, 2017.
What are the most common Utility VS2RA problems?
Owners report tires, latches/locks/linkages, structure problems most often.