- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- 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.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Utility VS3DX Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2013 Utility VS3DX have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 2014 for the structure.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough VS3DX years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2013 Utility VS3DX recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2013 Utility VS3DX yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Utility VS3DX: every year compared
All VS3DX years2013 Utility VS3DX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Utility VS3DX | 0 | 1 | - | |
| 2013 Utility Trlu-6414LEO-252 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2013 Utility Trailer | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 2013 Utility VS3DX
Does the 2013 Utility VS3DX have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Utility VS3DX: structure (July 2014). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2013 Utility VS3DX had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 2013 Utility VS3DX has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data