2019 UTILIMASTER TRUCK BODY Complaints and Recall Information

The 2019 UTILIMASTER TRUCK BODY has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical and visibility systems based on recall data, although no complaints have been formally submitted.

The vehicle has five recalls impacting various systems. These recalls primarily affect the exterior lighting, electrical wiring, engine components, and rearview mirror visibility.

• Exterior lighting. NHTSA recall 25V452000 affects 2,785 vehicles. The signal converter may fail, causing brake lights and turn signals to stop working and increasing crash risk. Repairs involve inspection and connector repairs at no charge.
• Electrical wiring. Also under recall 25V452000 for 2,785 vehicles, wiring defects in the signal converter can cause lighting failures. The fix requires connector repairs free of charge.
• Rearview mirrors. NHTSA recall 19V104000 covers 5,855 vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics monitors. The backup camera display may reverse images, causing driver confusion. Dealers will install a relay harness with a capacitor at no cost to owners.
• Engine. Recall 19V304000 affects 89 vehicles built on a Peterbilt chassis. Undersized wires connecting the cab power harness to the power distribution center may overheat and melt, leading to engine shutdown and crash risk. Owners must have the power wire replaced with a proper gauge wire free of charge.
• Electrical system. Also part of recall 19V304000 for 89 vehicles, the wiring defect can cause engine shutdown. The remedy involves replacing the main power wire at no cost to the owner.

Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to safety components may want to review their rights under their state’s lemon law for possible protections.