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2012 Dutchmen Voltage

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.
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Latest Sep 28, 2018
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.
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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 4 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage, most frequently naming the other / unspecified and tires & wheels categories. 3 safety recalls have 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

  • Other / unspecified350.0%
  • Tires & wheels350.0%

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

3 campaigns 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
12V012000

WHEELS:HUB

Jan 12, 2012
437 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The 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.
The remedy: 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.
DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.View on NHTSA.gov
11V369000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Jul 19, 2011
550 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The risk: LINES THAT CONTAIN A SPLICE MAY LEAK FUEL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A POTENTIAL FIRE.
The remedy: 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.
DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

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

Tires & wheels
Filed Sep 28, 2018

TIRE: GOODYEAR MARATHON ST23580R16 MOUNTED ON 2012 DUTCHMEN VOLTAGE V3200 5TH WHEEL TOY HAULER THIS IS THE EXPLOSIVE FAILURE OF TWO GOODYEAR MARATHON TIRES WITH 100 MILES OF EACH OTHER RESULTING IN SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE RV EACH TIRE HAD BEEN CHECKED PRIOR TO TRIP AND WERE PROPERLY INFLATED. TIRES WERE PURCHASED MAY 2016 AND HAD LESS THAN 3000 DOCUMENTED MILES. ON 09/17/18 WHILE TRAVELLING TO OUR DESTINATION AND AT APPROXIMATELY 55MPH ON HWY 98 NEAR THE TOWN OF CRAWFORDVILLE FL, A LOUD BANG WAS HEARD FROM THE RIGHT REAR. CHUNKS OF TIRES WERE SEEN FLYING OFF THE REAR AREA OF THE RV. THE RIGHT REAR TIRE HAD EXPLODED APART. MODERATE DAMAGE TO RV. ON 09/17/18 WHILE RETURNING FROM OUR DESTINATION AND TRAVELLING AT 65MPH ON INTERSTATE-10 NEAR LAKE CITY A LOUD BANG WAS HEARD FROM THE LEFT REAR OF THE RV. CHUNKS OF TIRE AND RV FLEW OFF INTO THE INTERSTATE. THIS CAUSED A HAZARD TO MOTORISTS AS WELL HAS MY WIFE AND I. VEHICLES AND SEMI'S HAD TO SWERVE TO AVOID DEBRIS PLACING US IN JEOPARDY. UPON INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THE LEFT REAR GOODYEAR MARATHON EXPLODED APART CAUSING SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE RV. PRIOR TO EACH TRIP EACH TIRE WAS INSPECTED AND INFLATED TO 76PSI. TEMPERATURES RANGED FROM MID 80'S TO LOW 90S. NO OBSTRUCTIONS OR HAZARDS WERE STRUCK PRIOR TO TIRE FAILURES.

NHTSA ID
11132172
Incident
Sep 17, 2018
Other / unspecifiedTires & wheels
Filed Oct 27, 2014

LEFT PENSACOLA, FL AND DROVE 200 MILES TO SLIDALE, LA. RR AKUPET HF188 ST235/80 R16 TIRE BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING EAST ON I-10. GOT TO CAMPGROUND AND CHANGED TIRE OUT. PUT ON SPARE. BOUGHT NEW TIRE AND PUT ON CAMPER AFTER GETTING BACK TO PENSACOLA, FL. CONTACTED LIONSHEAD SPECIALTY TIRE & WHEEL. LLC AND THEY WON'T RETURN MY PHONE CALLS AND EMAILS CAN'T BE DELIVERED. LEFT PENSACOLA, FL 10/23/14 FOR SOUTH FLORIDA AND WITH 2800 MILES ON CAMPER LR AKUPET HF 188 ST235/80 R16 BLEW OUT. (LAST OF ORIGINAL TIRES THAT BLEW). COMING BACK FROM SOUTH FLORIDA 10/26/14 THE FIRST REPLACEMENT TIRE GOODYEAR TIRE BLEW OUT WITH 3700 MILES ON CAMPER. FIGHTING WARRANTY WITH GOODYEAR NOW. SUMMARY: BLEW OUT ALL FOUR ORIGINAL TIRES ON CAMPER. NOW ONE NEW TIRE WITH ONLY 2000 MILES ON IT. PROBLEM WITH CAMPER? DON'T KNOW. *TR

NHTSA ID
10650544
Incident
Sep 25, 2014
Mileage
2,600 mi
Other / unspecifiedTires & wheels
Filed Oct 27, 2014

PULLED CAMPER FROM PENSACOLA, FL TO SHREPORT, LA. 495 MILES PULLED INTO CAMPGROUND, REGISTERED, CAME OUT AND TIRE ON RR HAD BLEW OUT AT THE SIDE WALL. (WAS NO STRESS TURNING CAMPER INTO CAMPGROUND). MAKE OF TIRE WAS AKUPET HF 188 ST235/80 R 16, CHANGED TIRE TO SPARE OF SAME SIZE AND DROVE TO TULSA OKLA NEXT DAY. GOT NEW GOODYEAR TIRE AND PUT ON CAMPER. LEFT TULSA AND WENT ON. WHILE DRIVING HOME AFTER 2250 MILES RF TIRE BLEW OUT ON HIGHWAY (SAME BRAND TIRE AS FIRST ONE). PUT SPARE ON AGAIN. DUTCHMAN WOULDN'T REPLACE MONEY I SPENT OR GAVE A NEW TIRE ON FIRST TIRE AS I DIDN'T KEEP IT WHEN I GOT NEW TIRE. THEY FINALLY REPLACE THE SECOND TIRE UNDER WARRANTY WHEN I TURNED IN BAD TIRE. *TR

NHTSA ID
10650537
Incident
May 17, 2013
Mileage
1,500 mi
Other / unspecified
Filed Jan 20, 2012

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DUTCHMEN VOLTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT WITH THE BOLTS AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY WOULD CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER ON HER BEHALF. THE MANUFACTURER AGREED TO COVER THE REPAIR COSTS ON THE VEHICLE AND PROVIDED A NEW, UPDATED WARRANTY. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE UNKNOWN. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. UPDATED 02/01/12 *BF

NHTSA ID
10444692
Incident
Dec 5, 2011

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Dutchmen Voltage by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2022120—
2021130—
2020030—
2019020—
2018030—
2017250—
2016050—
2015260—
2014120—
2013010—
2012Viewing430—
2011150—

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.