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2005 Dutchmen Grand Junction

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
2
Latest Jun 30, 2010
Safety recallsA 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.
1
Latest Nov 22, 2017
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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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 2 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2005 Dutchmen Grand Junction, most frequently naming the powertrain (other) and suspension categories. 1 safety recall has been issued covering this model year.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Powertrain (other)150.0%
  • Suspension150.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

1 campaign 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.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
17V755000

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

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Powertrain (other)
Filed Jun 30, 2010

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DUTCHMEN GRAND JUNCTION (N/A). WHILE TRAVELING 2 MPH IN REVERSE THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD SUDDENLY BROKE OFF OF THE VEHICLE AND THAT THE FRONT AXLE HAD BROKEN. A LOCAL MECHANIC VISITED THE CONTACT'S HOME WHERE THE CONTACT HAD THE FRONT AXLE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WAS 500.

NHTSA ID
10340842
Incident
Jun 3, 2010
Mileage
500 mi
Suspension
Filed Apr 9, 2009

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DUTCHMEN GRAND JUNCTION TRAILER. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 45-50 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BY OTHER MOTORISTS. IMMEDIATELY, THE DRIVER PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS REPLACED WITH A TRAILER SPARE TIRE. THE OTHER THREE TIRES EXHIBITED DEFECTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TIRE SHOP AND ALL FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE TIRE FAILURES AND DEFECTS WERE CONTRIBUTED TO BOTH FRONT AND REAR SPRING HANGERS DETACHING FROM THE FRAME. THE ORIGINAL COMPONENT'S STRENGTH LEVEL WAS INSUFFICIENT; HOWEVER, THE REPLACEMENT COMPONENT WAS SUFFICIENT FOR THE REPAIR REMEDY. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT APPLICABLE.

NHTSA ID
10264848
Incident
Jul 6, 2008

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Dutchmen Grand Junction by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2011140—
2010430—
2009130—
2008130—
2007130—
2006120—
2005Viewing210—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.