NHTSA Recall 12V298000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V298000; Date: Jun. 26, 2012
A delay in application of the trailer brakes increases the stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Utility Vs2dx
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve
Manufactured by: Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Affected Units:: 16
Recall Summary:
Utility manufacturing company (utility) is recalling certain model year 2013 utility vs2dx dry vans manufactured from may 16, 2012, through June 13, 2012. The brake system check valve was installed incorrectly, causing a delay in brake application. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121,�air brake systems. �
How to Fix:
Utility has notified owners and retrofitted the affected vehicles, free of charge; therefore, an owner notification notice will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact utility trailer manufacturing company at 1-626-854-7215.
Recall Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 13, 2012
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