2017 UTILITY FLATBED TRAILERS Recalls

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2017 UTILITY FLATBED TRAILERS Recall

Item Affected: EQUIPMENT

Date Announced: 09/19/2016

Description of Recall: 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.

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

Action Need To Fix It: 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.

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.