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2011 Dutchmen Four Winds Recalls

Safety recall campaigns filed with NHTSA that cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

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Recall campaignsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Newest Nov 22, 2017
Carrying an NHTSA advisoryCampaigns where NHTSA told owners not to drive the vehicle, or to park it outside, until the repair is done.
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Open investigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Recall campaigns

4 campaigns cover this model year — what the defect is, what it could cause, and what the remedy is

EQUIPMENT

Nov 22, 2017
1,205,997 units potentially affected
The 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
The risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The remedy: 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.
Keystone RV CompanyManufacturer number 17-307View on NHTSA.gov

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Nov 17, 2010
1,723 units potentially affected
The 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.
The risk: 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.
The remedy: 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.
DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.View on NHTSA.gov

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Jul 29, 2010
135 units potentially affected
The defect: DUTCHMEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 COLEMAN, DUTCHMEN, AND FOUR WINDS TRAVEL TRAILERS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 14, 2010 THROUGH JUNE 29, 2010 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "CERTIFICATION." THESE VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITH THE INCORRECT INFORMATION ON THE FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION TAG. THE LABEL LISTS THE WRONG GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR), THE WRONG NUMBER OF AXLES AND THE WRONG GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR). THIS COULD LEAD TO AN OWNER OVERLOADING A TRAILER.
The risk: OVERLOADING THE TRAILER COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE DUTCHMEN WARRANTY SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-866-869-1109.
DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.View on NHTSA.gov

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Jul 22, 2010
1,255 units potentially affected
The defect: DUTCHMEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 COLEMAN, DUTCHMEN, AND FOUR WINDS, MODEL YEAR 2010 ARISTOCRAT, DUTCHMEN LITE, DUTCHMEN SPORT AND MODEL YEAR 2011 RAINIER RECREATIONAL VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 2, 2009 THROUGH MAY 5, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITH AXLES THAT MAY NOT PROVIDE THE PROPER TIRE SIDEWALL CLEARANCE TO THE TRAVEL TRAILER WHEEL WELL OR SLIDE ROOM CROSS SHAFT. IF THE PROPER TIRE SIDEWALL CLEARANCE IS NOT MAINTAINED, THE TIRE COULD RUB ON THE TRAILER WHEEL WELL OR SLIDE ROOM CROSS SHAFT AND RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE.
The risk: A TIRE FAILURE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH OF THE VEHICLE.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT VEHICLES AND IF INADEQUATE SIDEWALL TIRE CLEARANCE IS FOUND MODIFICATIONS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE DUTCHMEN WARRANTY SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-866-869-1109.
DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.View on NHTSA.gov

What a recall is

Safety recall
A safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
Safety investigation
NHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
Manufacturer communication
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

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