2015 Utility Vs1ra problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2015 Utility Vs1ra — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2015 compare to other Vs1ra years?

Vs1ra NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2015 Utility Vs1ra have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V063000BrakesFebruary 4, 2015 · 3,111 units

Defect

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 FS2CHA, VS2DX, VS1DC, VS2RA, and VS1RA trailers manufactured April 14, 2014, to November 4, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators manufactured January 9, 2014, to October 28, 2014. The affected actuators may have an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the actuation mechanism of the parking brake section of the Life Seal actuator.

Consequence

If the diaphragm is not completely attached, there may be internal leakage from the service section past the diaphragm, potentially trapping air pressure in the parking brake section. This air pressure in turn, if not vented, may prevent full release of the actuator unit, and may induce brake drag and may result in overheated wheelend service brakes, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Utility will notify owners and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2015. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1-800-423-6591. Utility's number for this recall is 14E075.

14V221000SuspensionApril 24, 2014 · 507 units

Defect

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company (Utility) is recalling certain model year 2015 VS1RA, VS2RA, and VS3RA refrigerated vans manufactured January 6, 2014, through March 14, 2014. The affected trailers may have over-tightened axle nuts which may result in axle bearing failure.

Consequence

Bearing failure may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Utility has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the bearings, correct the axle nut tightening and verify the proper amount of wheel-end play, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Owners may contact Utility customer service at 1-800-423-6591.

2015 Utility Vs1ra — common questions

Is the 2015 Utility Vs1ra reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2015 Utility Vs1ra have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2015 Utility Vs1ra. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2015 compare to other Vs1ra years?

Does the 2015 Utility Vs1ra have recalls?

2015 Utility Vs1ra — common questions

Is the 2015 Utility Vs1ra reliable?

Does the 2015 Utility Vs1ra have recalls?

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