Dutchmen Northshore 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 travel trailers which were manufactured with incorrect axles. these vehicles were built with axles rated at 4,400 lbs. the vehicles should have been built with axles rated at 5,080 lbs.

Risk: Towing a vehicle with the axle loaded beyond the specified weight rating may result in axle failure leading to poor vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the axles on each vehicle with one's rated at 5,080 lbs free of charge. the recall began on november 13, 2009. owners may contact dutchmen warranty service department at 866-869-1109.

Problem: Dutchmen is recalling certain travel trailers for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. part 567, "certification." these vehicles were manufactured with the incorrect axle information printed on the federal certification label.

Risk: Towing a vehicle with the axle loaded beyond the specified weight rating may result in axle failure leading to poor vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dutchmen will mail the corrected tag to consumers or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label for them free of charge. the recall began on november 13, 2009. owners may contact dutchmen at 1-866-869-1109.