NHTSA Recall 17V483000
Filed by Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company. Component: Suspension. Reported 2017-08-01. An estimated 35 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
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.
Risk
If the mud flap detaches during trailer use, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.