Utility VS2RA Problems by Year
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 12 safety recalls on file for the Utility VS2RA, across 13 model years (2000–2017). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is tires.
Utility VS2RA years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VS2RA model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 VS2RA: 4 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2004 VS2RA: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Utility VS2RA problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Utility VS2RA model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 VS2RA | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 VS2RA | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2014 VS2RA | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2013 VS2RA | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2011 VS2RA | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 VS2RA | 4 | 2 | — | Latches/locks/linkages | |
| 2008 VS2RA | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 VS2RA | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2004 VS2RA | 2 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2003 VS2RA | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2002 VS2RA | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2001 VS2RA | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2000 VS2RA | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Utility VS2RA years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (4), 2004 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Utility VS2RA?
Tires, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Utility VS2RA have?
12 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.