DUTCHMEN VOLTAGE 2016: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V825000

Make Model Year
DUTCHMEN VOLTAGE 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-11-29 2016-11-15 2016-11-15

Production Dates: 2014-07-08 - 2015-09-29

Manufacturers Involved: Keystone RV Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 16-267

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6252

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

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.