2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK
The 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Keystone RV Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK, potentially affecting up to 1,205,997 vehicles.
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 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE TRAILER HAS COMPLETELY EXPOSED BRAKE WIRES (OVER 1 FT). THE WIRES HANG DOWN FROM THE WHEEL AND ARE PRONE TO DAMAGE FROM RABBITS (OR OTHER ANIMALS) AND/OR ROAD DAMAGE (FROM DEBRIS). I SPOKE WITH DUTCHMEN AND THEY SAID THIS WAS BUILT TO SPEC. MY WIRES WERE COMPLETELY EATEN BY RABBITS AND LEFT ME WITHOUT TRAILER BRAKES. THE COMPANY DOES NOT CARE AND WILL NOT COVER THE EXTENSIVE REPAIR COSTS.
MISMANUFACTURED DOOR PANELS (METAL DOOR) FOR BEDS PUNCTURING CANVASS REQUIRING REPLACEMENT; MISMANUFACTURED PLASTIC SEAMING WHICH HOLD CANVASS IN PLACE TO TRAILER ITSELF AND MISMANUFACTURED CANVASS REQUIRING REPLACEMENT AFTER NOMINAL USE COMPLETELY FALLING APART LEAVING TRAILER OPEN TO THE ELEMENTS. BOTH ISSUES ALLOW EXCESSIVE AND REPEATED WATER DAMAGE TO UNIT TO OCCUR. UNIT IS APPROXIMATELY ONE AND A HALF YEARS OLD AND ONLY USED A HANDFUL OF TIMES WITH REPEATED SERVICING REQUIRED WHICH HAS NEVER CORRECTED THE MANUFACTURING ISSUES.
Safety Rating for the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK
Keystone RV Company has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
14-212 — EQUIPMENT
THIS ADVISORY 14-212 INVOLVES KODIAK 220RBSL UNITS MANUFACTURED WITH A FOLD DOWN FRONT BED WHICH IS INADEQUATELY SUPPORTED FOR ITS INTENDED USE. THIS SERVICE ADVISORY EXPLAINS HOW TO REPLACE THE FRONT BED PLATFORM.
14-201 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS ADVISORY 14-201 INVOLVES UNITS MANUFACTURED WITH THE WRONG GRILL MOUNTING BRACKET. THIS SERVICE ADVISORY EXPLAINS HOW TO REPLACE THE MOUNTING BRACKET.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DUTCHMEN KODIAK
- 2009 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 0 complaints
- 2010 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 0 complaints
- 2011 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 0 complaints
- 2012 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 0 complaints
- 2013 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 0 complaints
- 2014 DUTCHMEN KODIAK (current)
- 2015 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 0 complaints
- 2016 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 0 complaints
- 2017 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 0 complaints
- 2018 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 1 complaint
- 2019 DUTCHMEN KODIAK — 2 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