The contact owns a 2012 Dutchman Rubicon Trailer. The contact stated while towing the trailer at slow speeds, the frame separated from the trailer and fell to the ground. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The trailer was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.
The worst 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon problems
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Recalls 4
Equipment
- What is wrong
- 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: 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:
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 17V755000 · Recall details
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2012 rubicon travel trailers manufactured from october 12, 2011, through february 23, 2012. These vehicles have been manufactured with a frame support located too close to the trailer tires which could result in the support contacting the tires when loaded.
- Risk
- Contact between the support and tire could result in tire failure, leading to loss of the vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dutchmen will notify owners, and dealers will remove the interfering frame support and install a new frame support, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 12, 2012. Owners may contact dutchmen at 1‑574‑537‑0700.
Recall number 12V077000 · Recall details
Wheels: hub
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 12V012000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: furnace
- What is wrong
- Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 rubicon travel trailers manufactured from december 8, 2010, through july 15, 2011. These vehicles may have been manufactured with the exterior furnace vent not installed in the sidewall of the trailer. The furnace can run without the proper exhaust ventilation and release carbon monoxide to the interior of the unit.
- Risk
- This could result in asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning. The heat build up from the exhaust can also result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the trailer to verify the furnace exhaust is present and install one if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on august 26, 2011. Owners may contact dutchmen at 1‑574‑537‑0700.
Recall number 11V430000 · Recall details
What 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The chrysler group llc sent me 3 notices of recall but their dealership store has been ignoring me to repair it. I reported my recall to the dealership last october 5, 2013 here in san antonio, tx and religiously following it up every month, but they don't care!
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Questions about the 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon
Is the 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon, 2.0 times a typical Rubicon model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is steering (1).
How many recalls does the 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon have?
4 recalls, covering equipment, structure and wheels.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon body?
Yes, 1 recall: 12V077000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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