2005 Dutchmen Aero Lite problems, complaints & recalls

2013-07-02 · Suspension

“noticed that the counter top cracked and separated and the stove and refrigerator has lifted and the window in front of the sink has dropped below the counter top. all the panels on that side have either cracked or separated. called the collision shop at camping world and they told me not to pull the camper because it sounds like the frame either…”

2008-02-18 · Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly

“i have a dutchmen victory lane fifth wheel 2005 5 model in the spring of last year after i had the rv for one year the spring hanger that holds the leave spring on the rear axel of the rv broke while travel down the road. this year the rear leaf springs broke on the same axel. the axel and frame for this unit is made by lippert mfg. from searching …”

2007-10-19 · Structure:frame And Members:underbody Shields

“the spring hanger that holds the left side spring from the double axle ripped from the frame above the weld causing the trailer to fall onto the tires and melting the tires. trailer was being used under normal driving conditions at the time and has not been abused. the frame is now warped and twisted with a area of metal ripped out above the spri…”

2006-09-20 · Tires

“i own a 2005 dutchman 5th wheel. on 9/11/06 i had a blowout. did not make sense that a year old tire with very few miles should blowout. i found that the manufacturer data plate, attached to the trailer, specifies lt 235/85/r16 (load range e tires). load range e is 10 ply. the tires installed on the trailer, installed at the manufacturer, are lo…”

2006-06-27 · Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch

“attempted to open the door at 3:30 a.m. to let dog out, and couldn't get the door open. had to crawl out the exit window and take the door apart to get it open. the plate on the back of the door lock mechanism distorts under pressure, causing latch bolt to catch. it then will not release and door will not open. had to remove locking mechanism…”

2005-09-29 · Structure

“dt: while on vacation, the caller noticed that the cabinets on the camper trailer were crooked and the doors would not close. the bumper was bent and the whole frame was bent on passenger's side. the caller stated that the cabinets were a problem since purchasing the camper trailer. dealer said they were waiting for the caller's insurance compan…”