2012 Dutchmen Voltage problems & recalls

Problem: Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2012 voltage travel trailers manufactured from january 3, 2011, through july 8, 2011, and manufactured with fuel supply and fuel return hoses that may contain a splice in the fuel line.

Risk: Lines that contain a splice may leak fuel, which could result in a potential fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel lines between the fuel tank and the generator. if a splice is found, the fuel lines will be replaced free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. owners may contact dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.

Problem: Thor is recalling certain model year 2012 dutchmen voltage and rubicon trailers, manufactured from july 19, 2011 through december 21, 2011. the trailer wheels may not be fully seated on the hub and therefore may loosen and potentially detach from the trailer.

Risk: Wheel separation can lead to loss of control of the trailer increasing the risk of a crash. a detached wheel also poses a risk of injury to pedestrians and other vehicles.

Fix: Thor will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheels, and repair the trailers as necessary, free of charge. the safety recall began on january 25, 2012. owners may contact thor industries, inc. at 1-937-596-6849.

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