Recall 10V-334: 2010 Dutchmen Aristocrat, 2010–2011 Dutchmen Coleman and 5 more
DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jul 22, 2010, covering about 1,255 vehicles.
The problem
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 fix
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.
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
| Manufacturer | DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Axle Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V334000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Dutchmen Aristocrat | 2010 | All years |
| Dutchmen Coleman | 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Dutchmen Dutchmen | 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Dutchmen Dutchmen Lite | 2010 | All years |
| Dutchmen Dutchmen Sport | 2010 | All years |
| Dutchmen Four Winds | 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Dutchmen Rainier | 2011 | All 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 10V-334?
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.
How is recall 10V-334 fixed?
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.
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.