Vehicle recall 14V221000 · April 24, 2014
Utility VS1RA, VS2RA and 1 more model
The affected trailers may have over-tightened axle nuts which may result in axle bearing failure.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Bearing failure may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V221000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 24, 2014
- Filed by
- Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB-08-169
- Owner notification
- April 18, 2014
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 507
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Utility VS1RA (2015): 2015
- Utility VS2RA (2015): 2015
- Utility VS3RA (2015): 2015
Has your Utility been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Utility dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.