2006 Dutchmen T@b problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Tires (3) · Structure:frame And Members (2) · Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger/Bracket (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2017-11-22 · campaign 17V755000 · 1,205,997 vehicles
Defect: 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, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in ce
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
2008-10-21 · Structure:frame And Members“in my travel trailer i noticed doors not fitting correctly and the counter top being out of level among other things like doors. i looked under the trailer and found that the frame was bent/twisted. the back of the trailer has never hit the ground and it has never hit a curb..i contacted the manufacturer and they want me to send it to indiana from…”
2008-09-08 · Tires · 7,000 mi“i purchased a 2006 grand junction 5th wheel travel trailer in april 2006 with power king st235.80.r.16e tow tires manufactured in 2005. traveling from baton rouge, la, i was alerted that i was running on a flat (rr). i stopped and called road service to swap the spare to ground. after camping in west memphis that night, we proceeded to nashville, a…”
2008-06-10 · Unknown Or Other · 3,000 mi“10230186 2 days ago i filed a complaint with your office. i've since received more pertinent information and am trying to add it here, as a download. please add it to your file, as it proves the 2 gromments were improperly installed. i would love to have a link so i can e mail you the information i have. the photo's, documentation will back up…”
2008-06-06 · Tires · 3,000 mi“we own a brand new 2006 37qsl grand junction 5th wheel. our 1st blow out was less than 3000 miles in norcross ga. (i have receipts)with less than 4000 miles, we had our 2nd blow out an interstate near amsterdam ny. our 3rd blow out, was near lake havasu, az with less than 8000 miles on the tires. after 3 blow outs on the highway, finally the ma…”
2007-07-10 · Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger/Bracket · 4,000 mi“1- ordinary everyday use- pulling 5th wheel on a working trip 2- four spring hangers broke loose from frame of coach which resulted in front axle coming loose and shifting back and being drug by back axle/wheels. both axles were only attached by equalizers. the unit had to be towed and repaired on site due to the danger of relocating. 3-replace…”
2007-07-09 · Structure:frame And Members · 2,500 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2006 dutchmen t@b. the contact stated that the axles underneath the trailer caused the spring hangers to separate. all four spring hangers have failed. the axles began to ride on the tire, causing the tire to smoke. the axle was lifted to the underbelly of the trailer. the manufacturer stated that this was not their probl…”
2007-06-01 · Tires“tl*the contact owns a 2006 dutchmen t@b aerolight camper. the contact stated that all four tires dry rotted within one year. the manufacturer requested pictures and, once they were received, the manufacturer sent four new tires. the manufacturer stated that the tires should be recalled, however, the faulty tires are being handled on a case by …”
2007-03-29 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:drum“tl*the contact owns a 2006 dutchman t@b trailer. the contact stated that the brake linings were completely burned out. the vehicle was inspected , and the brake drums and shoes were completely worn out. the contact stated that when driving approximately 50 mph the mechanical surge brake assembly would push far enough up to engage the brake ha…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.