Recall 13V-026: 2010 Dutchmen Freedom Spirit, 2007–2011 Dutchmen Grand Junction and 4 more
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jan 24, 2013, covering about 698 vehicles.
The problem
Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Grand Junction; model year 2008-2009 Victory Lane and Winners Circle; model year 2009-2010 N'Tense; model year 2010 Freedom Spirit and model year 2009 Monte Vista recreational trailers. The affected trailers are equipped with Iota ITS-50R transfer switches. Wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat.
The risk
An overheated switch could result in a fire.
The fix
Dutchmen will notify owners and replace the Iota transfer switch, free of charge. The safety recall began February 12, 2013. Owners may contact Dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.
Notes
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V026000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Dutchmen Freedom Spirit | 2010 | All years |
| Dutchmen Grand Junction | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Dutchmen Monte Vista | 2009 | All years |
| Dutchmen N Tense | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Dutchmen Victory Lane | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Dutchmen Winners Circle | 2008, 2009 | 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 13V-026?
Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Grand Junction; model year 2008-2009 Victory Lane and Winners Circle; model year 2009-2010 N'Tense; model year 2010 Freedom Spirit and model year 2009 Monte Vista recreational trailers. The affected trailers are equipped with Iota ITS-50R transfer switches. Wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate and, as a result, the switch may overheat.
How is recall 13V-026 fixed?
Dutchmen will notify owners and replace the Iota transfer switch, free of charge. The safety recall began February 12, 2013. Owners may contact Dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.
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.