2011 Dutchmen Voltage recalls

Defect: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling various 2003-2018 Crossroads, Dutchmen, and Keystone recreational trailers equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V755-5127.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf.

Why it matters: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Keystone will notify owners and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-574-535-2100, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-307.

Owner notification: January 15, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Keystone RV Company

Defect: Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2011 rubicon and voltage recreational vehicles manufactured between august 16, 2010, through december 23, 2011. the fuel shut-off timer modules are defective. the module was supposed to be programmed with a 5 minute shut-off feature, which automatically shuts off the fuel pump after 5 minutes of no activity. the defective modules do not have this automatic shut-off feature programmed into them. this allows the fuel pump to continuously run if not shut off in the initial 5 minute period, causing it to overheat and fail.

Why it matters: Overheating may lead to fire, property damage, or personal injury.

Dealers will replace the defective fuel shut-off timer modules free of charge. the safety recall began on january 17, 2011. owners may contact dutchmen at 574-537-0700.

Owner notification: January 17, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.

Defect: Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2011 travel trailers manufactured from june 10, 2010, through september 3, 2010, and equipped with siemens and murray one inch plug-in circuit breakers. the "spring clip" plug-in assembly may break or fail to provide sufficient force to maintain a proper electrical connection in the panel board.

Why it matters: This could lead to excessive temperature, arcing or thermal damage at the connection point, and potential damage to the panel board's electrical insulation which could lead to fire, property damage, or personal injury.

Dealers will inspect the breakers and replace as necessary free of charge. the safety recall began on december 6, 2010. owners may contact dutchmen warranty service department at 1-574-537-0700.

Owner notification: December 6, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.

Defect: Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 grand junction and 2011 voltage recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. the population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. the response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.

Why it matters: The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.

Dutchmen is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. the safety recall began on december 10, 2010. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.

Owner notification: December 10, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.

Defect: Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2011 voltage fifth wheel travel trailers manufactured from august 13, 2010, through september 29, 2010, equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. a potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.

Why it matters: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.

Dutchmen is working with atwood and will replace or repair the stoves free of charge. the safety recall began on november 4, 2010. owners may contact atwood at 1-574-266-4749 or dutchmen warranty service department at 866-869-1109.

Owner notification: November 4, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.