- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2015 Dutchmen Voltage Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2015 Dutchmen Voltage with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the brakes (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2014 has 1 and the 2016 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Voltage year, for its age
#361 most complained-about 2015 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2015 Dutchmen Voltage problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2015 Dutchmen Voltage recalls 6
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
- The problem
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Keystone Carbon, Fuzion, Impact, Raptor, and Dutchmen Voltage toy hauler fifth wheels equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.
- The risk
- If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 16-267.
- The problem
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Dutchmen Voltage recreational trailers manufactured August 6, 2014, to October 15, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an exterior folding ladder that is not properly secured to the vehicle wall.
- The risk
- If the ladder is not properly attached to the trailer, the ladder may detach while being used, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers and install the appropriate fasteners to properly secure the ladder to vehicle wall, free of charge. The recall began on December 8, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-242.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If the room extends while vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Keystone Sprinter, Springdale, Bullet, Cougar, Hideout, and Passport trailers and 2015-2016 Dutchmen Aspen, Coleman, Denali, Razorback, Rubicon, and Voltage trailers. For a full list of the specific models and floor plans affected, see RCLRPT-15V207-4161.PDF under Associated Documents. In the affected trailers, the studs that are used to attach the wheels to the axle hubs may break.
- The risk
- If the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel hubs, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-230.
- The problem
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Montana vehicles manufactured November 1, 2012, to May 22, 2014, 2014-2015 Raptor vehicles manufactured February 3, 2014, to January 15, 2015, and 2015 Dutchmen Voltage vehicles manufactured May 6, 2014, to February 3, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a rivet for the quad entry steps may shear and fail, causing the steps to give when being used.
- The risk
- If the rivet shears causing the quad step to fail, the step user may fall, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- The fix
- Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace two rivets joining the second and third step, and replace four rivets on the top step with fasteners, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-224.
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2 complaints about the 2015 Dutchmen Voltage
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
We have found several structural frame members with substandard welds. We have even found one wall frame member that has completely separated from the floor frame. All of these are hidden and cannot be seen without removing body panels. Additionally we have numerous places in side walls that are delaminating causing a loss of structural stability. We have contacted the manufacturer to request warranty repairs. Keystone has denied all repairs.
New from the dealership, the lippert brakes had not been adjusted to seat the shoes into the drum. I had a local horse trailer dealership adjust and seat each of the 4 brakes prior to our first trip, as well as check the hubs. No grease was added; the existing grease appeared in good condition, and the drums were shiny and dry. We drove over donner summit without incident. The 2018 one ton tow rig has an exhaust brake, so braking on the descent was minimal. After passing through reno, before carson city I...
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noticed the trailer pushing the truck and tested trailer braking by applying the trailer brakes only, which is possible with a thumb lever on the gm factory integrated brake controller. The trailer brakes were almost imperceptible. At our destination just south of carson city I removed the rubber inspection grommits and could see grease coating the drums. The next day I hauled the trailer to bob's performance center in gardnerville and had it further inspected. His technician looked at the chinese lippert backing plates (brake assemblies) and said "we see these pieces of [[redacted]] blowing seals all the [[redacted]] time?. Funny if it wasn't putting my family at risk. They also pointed out to me that the scotch lock electrical connectors used to wire my brakes had a large gauge wire coming from the frame but a tiny gauge wire leading to the brake magnets. They opened one and showed me how they are not designed to connect such different wire diameters and tested the amperage at the magnets, which was below spec (1.8 Amperes instead of 3 at full braking). Rather than keep my kids out of school and wait for approval from the notoriously unscrupulous rv manufacturer, keystone/dutchmen, I followed the advice of the shop techs and replaced the entire assemblies with american made components and also had them re-wire using crimped butt-connectors in place of the scotch locks. *Tt vin is invalid consumer stated axles are not vented. Updated 9/20/18*jb *dt *jb *dt the consumer claims that no one added any grease to them at the inspection, yet those grease seals failed.*Jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr
Dutchmen Voltage: every year compared
All Voltage years2015 Dutchmen Voltage vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Dutchmen Voltage | 2 | 6 | D | |
| 2015 Dutchmen Aspen Trail | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2015 Dutchmen Voltage
Does the 2015 Dutchmen Voltage have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2015 Dutchmen Voltage: equipment (November 2017); equipment (November 2016); recreational vehicle / trailer (November 2015); recreational vehicle / trailer (May 2015) and more. 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 2015 Dutchmen Voltage?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), brakes (1), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2015 Dutchmen Voltage had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 8, 2018 and the latest on July 19, 2019. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2015 Dutchmen Voltage a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than 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.
Which Dutchmen Voltage years have the most complaints?
2012 (4), 2015 (2), 2017 (2). See every Dutchmen Voltage year compared.
What should I do if my 2015 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