Utility Flatbed Trailers recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 19, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company recalls 2015–2017 Utility Flatbed Trailers

Recall number

16V674000

Brand / firm

Utility

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 66 units

Why it was recalled

If the RAD detaches from the trailer it may be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Flatbed trailers, model FS2CHA, manufactured January 1, 2015, to September 16, 2016, equipped with certain Conestoga XP sliding trailer tarping systems with RAD-style rear closures. In the affected trailers, the rear aerodynamic device (RAD) may separate from the rear of the tarping system, due to rivet failure.

What to do

Utility will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting rivets with a bolted connection, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2016. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1-818-965-1541.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.