Vehicle recall 17V483000 · August 1, 2017
2017 Utility VS2RA
The weld that secures the mud flap bracket to the suspension beam may allow the mud flap bracket to detach.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the mud flap detaches during trailer use, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V483000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 1, 2017
- Filed by
- Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
- Owner notification
- July 28, 2017
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 35
- 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 VS2RA (2017): 2017
Has your Utility been repaired?
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