2010 Dutchmen Freedom Spirit problems & recalls

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: 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