2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE
The 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, WHEELS:RIM. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Keystone RV Company for this model year.
Recalls for the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE, potentially affecting up to 1,206,289 vehicles.
Recall 18V469000 — EQUIPMENT
| 126 vehicles affected
Defect: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite trailers. The trailer has a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 9,680lbs, however, the safety chains are rated at 7,600lbs.
Consequence: The lower rated safety chains may fail if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 7,600lb rated chains with 11,700lb rated chains, free of charge. The recall began August 16, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-326.
View full details →Recall 18V448000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 83 vehicles affected
Defect: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite recreational trailers, models 2133RB and 2423BH. The Federal Certification Label incorrectly indicates a rim size of 14X5.5J when the correct rim size is 14X5J. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification" and can create a safety risk.
Consequence: The incorrect rim designation on the label, can cause the operator to replace the rim with an incorrect rim size, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Certification Label, with a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is...
View full details →Recall 18V448000 — WHEELS:RIM
| 83 vehicles affected
Defect: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite recreational trailers, models 2133RB and 2423BH. The Federal Certification Label incorrectly indicates a rim size of 14X5.5J when the correct rim size is 14X5J. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification" and can create a safety risk.
Consequence: The incorrect rim designation on the label, can cause the operator to replace the rim with an incorrect rim size, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Certification Label, with a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is...
View full details →Recall 17V755000 — EQUIPMENT
| 1,205,997 vehicles affected
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 certain...
Consequence: 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,...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE.
Safety Rating for the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE
Keystone RV Company has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
18-318 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
This 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...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DUTCHMEN AEROLITE
- 2013 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE — 0 complaints
- 2014 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE — 0 complaints
- 2015 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE — 0 complaints
- 2016 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE — 0 complaints
- 2017 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE — 0 complaints
- 2018 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE (current)
- 2019 DUTCHMEN AEROLITE — 0 complaints
Other DUTCHMEN Models
- DUTCHMEN TRAILER — 44 total complaints
- DUTCHMEN DUTCHMEN — 22 total complaints
- DUTCHMEN DENALI — 18 total complaints
- DUTCHMEN GRAND JUNCTION — 15 total complaints
- DUTCHMEN VOLTAGE — 15 total complaints
- DUTCHMEN T@B — 11 total complaints
- DUTCHMEN AERO LITE — 9 total complaints
- DUTCHMEN COLORADO — 9 total complaints