2018 Dutchmen Kodiak

Recalls

2 recalls name the 2018 Dutchmen Kodiak. Newest first.

• Tires

  Mar 25, 2019NHTSA 19V231000561 vehicles

  Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dutchmen Kodiak recreational trailers, models 255BHSL and 283BHSL, equipped with 15-inch tires. The tire clearance to the floor may be insufficient, allowing the tire to contact the underside of the floor, possibly resulting in tire failure.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

  Remedy

  Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will install a suspension lift kit, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 19-349.

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• Equipment

  Nov 22, 2017NHTSA 17V7550001,205,997 vehicles

  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…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

  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.

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Owner complaints

Latest complaints

• Oct 31, 2019VA300 mi
  Suspension
  TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM 1500 towing a 2018 dutchmen kd2711bs18 camper (na). While driving 35 mph, the rear driver's side leaf spring detached and the camper frame dropped onto the wheels. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The camper was towed to an independent mechanic…

  TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM 1500 towing a 2018 dutchmen kd2711bs18 camper (na). While driving 35 mph, the rear driver's side leaf spring detached and the camper frame dropped onto the wheels. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The camper was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 300.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10169048Letter to dealers for KSB-191007. This process describes the repair where under certain temperature conditions the Norco slide cable system gearbox may leak oil/grease on the slide roof membrane. The KSB describes how to install a drip pan to prevent damage to the roof membrane, and make repairs if necessary.
• 10169047This is the repair instructions for KSB-191007. This process describes the repair where under certain temperature conditions the Norco slide cable system gearbox may leak oil/grease on the slide roof membrane. The KSB describes how to install a drip pan to prevent damage to the roof membrane, and make repairs if necessary.
• 10153025This is the REVISED repair instructions for advisory 18-318. It has been determined that certain Atwood furnace models may have wiring that can come in contact with the exhaust vent tube causing the furnace to shut down in a safe manner.
• 10145525This is the repair instructions for advisory 18-318. It has been determined that certain Atwood furnace models may have wiring that can come in contact with the exhaust vent tube causing the furnace to shut down in a safe manner. This is the communication to the dealership regarding advisory 18-318 for certain Atwood furnace models. This is the final owner notification for adviosry 18-318, for certain Atwood furnace models. This is the revised repair instructions for advisory 18-318 for certain Atwood furnace models.
• 10116811This is the repair instructions for advisory 17-297. It has been determined the listed vehicles were manufactured with an undersized 15 amp fuse placed in the battery charging circuit which should have a 30 amp fuse. The circuit is wired and rated for 30 amp capacity. This communication is informing dealership service departments of advisory 17-297 for the 30 amp fuse. This communication is the final Customer Notification for advisory 17-297 for the 30 amp fuse.

Every Dutchmen Kodiak model year

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