Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc. in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

October 5, 2016

(Campaign #: ID119915)

High Wind Conditions may cause Trailer to Detach

Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc. (UTC Group) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Haulmark and Wells Cargo Aluminum Snowmobile trailers, models HAS85X16DT2, HAS85X20DT2, HAS85X22DT2, HAS85X24DT2, WAS85X1622, WAS85X2022 and WAS85X2422, manufactured June 18, 2015, to September 23, 2016. Cross winds may result in the trailers tipping or lifting, possibly causing the couplers to tear.

NHTSA ID: 16V709000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 89

Consequence Summary:

If the coupler tears, the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

UTC Group will notify owners, and dealers will attach a reinforcement plate assembly and extra coupler tube to each trailer, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2016. Owners may contact UTC Group customer service at 1-574-264-9661. UTC Group's number for this recall is ID119915.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 85.39

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March 4, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Electric Entry Steps may Become Unstable

Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc. (Universal Trailer) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Haulmark Motorcoach vehicles manufactured April 1, 2007, to June 30, 2010. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may become unstable.

NHTSA ID: 16V132000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 217

Consequence Summary:

Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Universal Trailer will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket on the double step assemblies and the Coachstep Linkage Assembly will be replaced and a retainer bracket will be installed on the trip step assemblies. The recall began on May 2, 2016. Owners may contact Universal Trailer customer service at 1-574-264-9661.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 15.67

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