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2015 Utility Vs3ra problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2015 Utility Vs3ra — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other Vs3ra years?

Vs3ra NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted1 complaints2001: 0 complaints2002: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints
Vs3ra NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2015 Utility Vs3ra have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

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 Vs3ra — common questions

Is the 2015 Utility Vs3ra reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2015 Utility Vs3ra have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2015 Utility Vs3ra. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.