Dutchmen Kodiak recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 27, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Keystone RV Company recalls 2015 Dutchmen, Keystone — 18 models

Recall number

15V317000

Brand / firm

Dutchmen, Keystone

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,529 units

Why it was recalled

If the room extends while vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2015 Keystone Sprinter, Cougar, Montana, Montana High Country, Outback, Bullet, Avalanche, Alpine, Fuzion, Impact, Laredo, Raptor, Carbon, and Passport, and Dutchmen Kodiak, Aerolite, Denali, and Voltage vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the screws that attach the expanding room to the sliding mechanism cable may fail allowing the room to extend unintentionally while the vehicle is in motion.

What to do

Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will replace the screws that secure the drive chain, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-225.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.