Recall 09V-236: 2005–2010 Dutchmen Dutchmen, 2005–2010 Dutchmen Four Winds and 4 more

DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jun 25, 2009, covering about 2,735 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-236
Report date
Jun 25, 2009
Vehicles affected
2,735
Owners notified
Jul 15, 2009

The problem

Dutchmen is recalling 2,735 my 2005-2010 n'tense, victory lane, winner's circle, wild thing, four winds, and dutchmen recreational trailers. These trailers contain a fuel dispensing system with a shut-off switch which is not spark protected and is mounted in the nozzle storage compartment of the fuel dispensing system. Gasoline spilled on the switch, or gasoline vapors which might build up in the vicinity of the switch during dispensing functions, may create a fire or explosion if a spark is generated by the switch.

The risk

The resulting fire or explosion could result in serious burns and possibly death.

The fix

Dealers will provide an ignition protected switch and insulated terminals to replace the current switch. The remedy will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before july 9, 2009. Owners may contact dutchmen at 1-866-869-1109.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerDUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V236000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dutchmen Dutchmen2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years
Dutchmen Four Winds2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years
Dutchmen N Tense2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years
Dutchmen Victory Lane2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years
Dutchmen Wild Thing2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years
Dutchmen Winners Circle2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 09V-236?

Dutchmen is recalling 2,735 my 2005-2010 n'tense, victory lane, winner's circle, wild thing, four winds, and dutchmen recreational trailers. These trailers contain a fuel dispensing system with a shut-off switch which is not spark protected and is mounted in the nozzle storage compartment of the fuel dispensing system. Gasoline spilled on the switch, or gasoline vapors which might build up in the vicinity of the switch during dispensing functions, may create a fire or explosion if a spark is generated by the switch.

How is recall 09V-236 fixed?

Dealers will provide an ignition protected switch and insulated terminals to replace the current switch. The remedy will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before july 9, 2009. Owners may contact dutchmen at 1-866-869-1109.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.