Dutchmen Freedom Spirit problems & recalls

Problem: 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 mode

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

Fix: 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 1

Problem: Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 grand junction; model year 2008-2009 victory lane and winners circle; model year 2009-2010 n'tense; model year 2010 freedom spirit and model year 2009 monte vista recreational trailers. the affected trailers are equipped with iota its-50r transfer switches. wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat.

Risk: An overheated switch could result in a fire.

Fix: Dutchmen will notify owners and replace the iota transfer switch, free of charge. the safety recall began february 12, 2013. owners may contact dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.

Problem: Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2009 freedom spirit recreational vehicles manufactured from march 12, 2009 through march 25, 2009 for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the federal label and tire loading information label does not contain the correct tire information. the labels list the wrong tire size.

Risk: A consumer could replace the tires with tires of an incorrect size which may impact vehicle performance and handling increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will mail to consumers the correct tire information label. if the consumer requires assistance installing the labels, dealers will perform the installation free of charge. the recall began on june 14, 2010. owners may contact the dutchmen warranty service department at 866-869-1109.