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2012 Dutchmen Voltage Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (4). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2011 has 1 and the 2013 has 0.

NHTSA data checked

CAbout as many problems as a typical Voltage year, for its age

#259 most complained-about 2012 vehicle

Complaints
4
Recalls
3
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Most common 2012 Dutchmen Voltage problems

Share of all 4 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.

2012 Dutchmen Voltage recalls 3

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Equipment

17V7550001,205,997 vehicles affected

The problem
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 models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
The risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
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, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-307.

Wheels: hub

12V012000437 vehicles affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.

Fuel system: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings

11V369000550 vehicles affected

The problem
Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2012 voltage travel trailers manufactured from january 3, 2011, through july 8, 2011, and manufactured with fuel supply and fuel return hoses that may contain a splice in the fuel line.
The risk
Lines that contain a splice may leak fuel, which could result in a potential fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fuel lines between the fuel tank and the generator. If a splice is found, the fuel lines will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. Owners may contact dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.

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4 complaints about the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage

Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.

Wheels & tires

Tire: goodyear marathon st23580r16 mounted on 2012 dutchmen voltage v3200 5th wheel toy hauler this is the explosive failure of two goodyear marathon tires with 100 miles of each other resulting in severe damage to the rv each tire had been checked prior to trip and were properly inflated. Tires were purchased may 2016 and had less than 3000 documented miles. On 09/17/18 while travelling to our destination and at approximately 55mph on hwy 98 near the town of crawfordville fl, a loud bang was heard from the...

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right rear. Chunks of tires were seen flying off the rear area of the rv. The right rear tire had exploded apart. Moderate damage to rv. On 09/17/18 while returning from our destination and travelling at 65mph on interstate-10 near lake city a loud bang was heard from the left rear of the rv. Chunks of tire and rv flew off into the interstate. This caused a hazard to motorists as well has my wife and i. Vehicles and semi's had to swerve to avoid debris placing us in jeopardy. Upon inspection it was found the left rear goodyear marathon exploded apart causing severe damage to the rv. Prior to each trip each tire was inspected and inflated to 76psi. Temperatures ranged from mid 80's to low 90s. No obstructions or hazards were struck prior to tire failures.

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 11132172
Wheels & tires

Left pensacola, fl and drove 200 miles to slidale, la. Rr akupet hf188 st235/80 r16 tire blew out while driving east on i-10. Got to campground and changed tire out. Put on spare. Bought new tire and put on camper after getting back to pensacola, fl. Contacted lionshead specialty tire & wheel. Llc and they won't return my phone calls and emails can't be delivered. Left pensacola, fl 10/23/14 for south florida and with 2800 miles on camper lr akupet hf 188 st235/80 r16 blew out. (Last of original tires that...

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blew). Coming back from south florida 10/26/14 the first replacement tire goodyear tire blew out with 3700 miles on camper. Fighting warranty with goodyear now. Summary: blew out all four original tires on camper. Now one new tire with only 2000 miles on it. Problem with camper? Don't know. *Tr

Filed Incident Tires · WheelsNHTSA 10650544
Wheels & tires

Pulled camper from pensacola, fl to shreport, la. 495 Miles pulled into campground, registered, came out and tire on rr had blew out at the side wall. (Was no stress turning camper into campground). Make of tire was akupet hf 188 st235/80 r 16, changed tire to spare of same size and drove to tulsa okla next day. Got new goodyear tire and put on camper. Left tulsa and went on. While driving home after 2250 miles rf tire blew out on highway (same brand tire as first one). Put spare on again. Dutchman wouldn't replace money I spent or gave a new tire on first tire as I didn't keep it when I got new tire. They finally replace the second tire under warranty when I turned in bad tire. *Tr

Filed Incident Tires · WheelsNHTSA 10650537
Wheels & tires

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dutchmen voltage. The contact stated that the rear driver side tire detached from the vehicle while driving 50 mph. The dealer confirmed that there was a manufacturing defect with the bolts and informed the contact that they would contact the manufacturer on her behalf. The manufacturer agreed to cover the repair costs on the vehicle and provided a new, updated warranty. The current and the failure mileages were unknown. The vin was unavailable. Updated 02/01/12 *bf

Filed Incident WheelsNHTSA 10444692

Dutchmen Voltage: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20160500-C
20152610Body, doors & structureD
20141200SuspensionB
20130100-A
20124300Wheels & tiresC
20111501LightsD
All Voltage years

2012 Dutchmen Voltage vs rivals

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Questions about the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage

Does the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage: equipment (November 2017); hub (January 2012); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (July 2011). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (4).

How many complaints has the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage had?

4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 20, 2012 and the latest on September 28, 2018. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Is the 2012 Dutchmen Voltage a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 51 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Dutchmen Voltage year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

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What should I do if my 2012 Dutchmen Voltage has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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