1997 Utility Trailer Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1997 Utility Trailer has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (8 reports).

1Recalls
10Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1997 Utility Trailer recalls

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve

Recall 02V210001Aug 15, 2002206 vehicles affected

Most common 1997 Utility Trailer problems

Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic8
Electrical System5
Equipment2
Fuel System, Other2
Power Train2
Trailer Hitches1
Structure1
Suspension1
Unknown Or Other1
Wheels1

What owners report

2005-12-30, Wheels
WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE FRONT LEFT DUAL TIRES ON THE 1997 UTILITY BOX TRAILER CAME OFF THE WHEELS. THE WHEEL WENT THROUGH THE MEDIAN, STRUCK A GUARDRAIL FACE, JUMPED THE GUARDRAIL, JUMPED THE RIGHT AWAY FENCE AND CAME TO REST IN A FIELD. *NM
1999-12-30, Unknown Or Other
EXTERNAL HEATING AND A/C UNIT DAMAGED AT TIME OF INSTALLATION. MJS
1999-10-29, Electrical System
LP LEAK AT REGULATOR, REPLACED REGULATOR. MJS
1998-12-30, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
BRAKES FAILED.
1998-12-17, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
BRAKES FAILED.

1997 Utility Trailer questions

Does the 1997 Utility Trailer have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 Utility Trailer: Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Utility Trailer?

Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (8), Electrical System (5), Equipment (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Utility Trailer has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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