2016 Utility Trailer Vs2dc problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Latches/Locks/Linkages (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Structure:frame And Members 2021-04-07 · campaign 21V243000 · 2,752 vehicles
Defect: Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility Trailer) is recalling certain 2006-2021 VS2DC, VS2DX, VS3DX trailers. The horizontal weld that attaches a mild steel angle to the slider rail for super doubles/pintle hook operations may be missing.
Risk: Without the weld, the slider rail may detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Utility Trailer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, add the weld, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 9, 2021. Owners may contact Utility Trailer customer service at 1-800-423-6591. Utility Trailer's number for this recall is SB-07-015.
What owners report
2023-09-07 · Latches/Locks/Linkages“the contact owns a 2016 u-dump roll off trailer and container. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the two barn doors on the container erroneously opened, causing the contents inside the container to fall out onto the roadway. the contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions, due to improperly welded barn d…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.