Defect Description For Recall
Dutchmen Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2012 Rubicon Travel Trailers Manufactured From December 8, 2010, Through July 15, 2011. These Vehicles May Have Been Manufactured With The Exterior Furnace Vent Not Installed In The Sidewall Of The Trailer. The Furnace Can Run Without The Proper Exhaust Ventilation And Release Carbon Monoxide To The Interior Of The Unit.
Make Of Vehicle
DUTChmen
Model Of Vehicle
RUBICON
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
11V430000
Component Description
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer:Lpg Systems:Furnace
Effect Of Defect
This Could Result In Asphyxiation Or Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. The Heat Build Up From The Exhaust Can Also Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Trailer To Verify The Furnace Exhaust Is Present And Install One If Necessary Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On August 26, 2011. Owners May Contact Dutchmen At 1-574-537-0700.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20101208
End Of Manufacture
20110715
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
171
Date Owners Notified
20110826
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc.
Date Report Received
20110822