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Vehicle recall 14V463000 · July 30, 2014

Utility VS1RA, Utility VS1DC and 5 more models

The pintle hook tube sub assembly that is welded to the pintle hook safety chain loop may break and fall off the vehicle.

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 2012-2014 VS1RA, and 2013-2014 VS1DC, VS2DX, VS2RA, VS3DX, and VS3RA trailers manufactured April 2011, to May 2013. The pintle hook tube sub assembly that is welded to the pintle hook safety chain loop may break and fall off the vehicle.
Consequence
If the loop were to break off, the air lines and electrical lines would detach, applying the towed trailer's brakes, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Utility will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pintle hook safety chain loop if it is cracked, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1-800-423-6591. Utility's number for this recall is SB 07-011/370258.
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
14V463000
Reported to NHTSA
July 30, 2014
Filed by
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Manufacturer campaign
SB-07-011/370258
Owner notification
October 8, 2014
Vehicles potentially affected
2,098
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Structure
Recall 14V463000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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