Defect Description For Recall
Thor Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012 Dutchmen Voltage And Rubicon Trailers, Manufactured From July 19, 2011 Through December 21, 2011. The Trailer Wheels May Not Be Fully Seated On The Hub And Therefore May Loosen And Potentially Detach From The Trailer.
Make Of Vehicle
DUTChmen
Model Of Vehicle
RUBICON
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V012000
Component Description
Wheels:Hub
Effect Of Defect
Wheel Separation Can Lead To Loss Of Control Of The Trailer Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. A Detached Wheel Also Poses A Risk Of Injury To Pedestrians And Other Vehicles.
Fix Defect
Thor Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Wheels, And Repair The Trailers As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On January 25, 2012. Owners May Contact Thor Industries, Inc. At 1-937-596-6849.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110719
End Of Manufacture
20111221
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
437
Date Owners Notified
20120125
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc.
Date Report Received
20120112