Recall 09V-430: 2009 Dutchmen Denali, 2009 Dutchmen NORTHSHORE

DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Nov 27, 2009, covering about 24 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-430
Report date
Nov 27, 2009
Vehicles affected
24
Owners notified
Nov 13, 2009

The problem

Dutchmen is recalling certain travel trailers which were manufactured with incorrect axles. These vehicles were built with axles rated at 4,400 lbs. The vehicles should have been built with axles rated at 5,080 lbs.

The risk

Towing a vehicle with the axle loaded beyond the specified weight rating may result in axle failure leading to poor vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the axles on each vehicle with one's rated at 5,080 lbs free of charge. The recall began on november 13, 2009. Owners may contact dutchmen warranty service department at 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.
ComponentPower Train › Axle Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V430000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dutchmen Denali2009All years
Dutchmen NORTHSHORE2009All 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-430?

Dutchmen is recalling certain travel trailers which were manufactured with incorrect axles. These vehicles were built with axles rated at 4,400 lbs. The vehicles should have been built with axles rated at 5,080 lbs.

How is recall 09V-430 fixed?

Dealers will replace the axles on each vehicle with one's rated at 5,080 lbs free of charge. The recall began on november 13, 2009. Owners may contact dutchmen warranty service department at 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.