DUTCHMEN AEROLITE 2019: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V469000

Make Model Year
DUTCHMEN AEROLITE 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-08-16 2018-07-13 2018-07-18

Production Dates: 2017-10-30 - 2018-06-11

Manufacturers Involved: Keystone RV Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18-326

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 126

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.