Safety Recall NHTSA · 92V136000 Reported September 18, 1992

Structure:bogie or sliding tandem

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company · Trailer Hitches · 320 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
92V136000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Trailer Hitches
Vehicles Affected
320
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 18, 1992

Defect Summary

An inadequate weld size at the intersection of a 3/8 inch vertical angle and a 1/4 inch diagonal angle near the bottom on the pintle hook plate assembly could fail.

Safety Consequence

Weld failure could result in separation of the rearpotion of the pintle plate from the lead trailer, which could cause the towedtrailer to crash without warning.

Corrective Action

Reweld and reinforce the joint on the pintle hook.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company dealer and reference recall ID 92V136000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 92V136000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 92V136000?

NHTSA recall 92V136000 was issued by Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company on September 18, 1992. It addresses: Structure:bogie or sliding tandem. The recall affects approximately 320 vehicles, with the defect involving the Trailer Hitches component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 92V136000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.