Dutchmen Denali 2009

Model Denali made in 2009 by Dutchmen got 2 consumer complains as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to suspension. . There were some recalls concerningequipment and power train.

Model 2009

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
09V429000DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.from 02/06/2009 to 03/23/2009V (Vehicle)10611/13/2009MFRDUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.11/02/200911/02/2009567
Defect SummaryDutchmen is recalling certain travel trailers for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. part 567, certification. these vehicles were manufactured with the incorrect axle information printed on the federal certification label.
Consequence SummaryTowing a vehicle with the axle loaded beyond the specified weight rating may result in axle failure leading to poor vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDutchmen will mail the corrected tag to consumers or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label for them free of charge. the recall began on november 13, 2009. owners may contact dutchmen at 1-866-869-1109.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
09V430000DUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.from 11/11/2008 to 02/26/2009V (Vehicle)2411/13/2009MFRDUTCHMEN MANUFACTURING, INC.11/27/200911/03/2009
Defect SummaryDutchmen is recalling certain travel trailers which were manufactured with incorrect axles. these vehicles were built with axles rated at 4,400 lbs. the vehicles should have been built with axles rated at 5,080 lbs.
Consequence SummaryTowing a vehicle with the axle loaded beyond the specified weight rating may result in axle failure leading to poor vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the axles on each vehicle with one's rated at 5,080 lbs free of charge. the recall began on november 13, 2009. owners may contact dutchmen warranty service department at 866-869-1109.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SUSPENSION - FRONT
12/19/200901
 While investigating some dripping water, it was noticed that the front portside shock absorber is rubbing against the inside of the tire. the rubbing has worn down the raised information located on the inside sidewall of this tire to the degree of no longer being able to read the information. upon further investigation, the rear portside tire and the rear starboard tire have also been rubbing against the shock absorbers to the degree it is very visible to the naked eye. it also appears that some rubbing is occurring on the front starboard tire as well. i feel and it is very obvious the current condition of at least one of these tires is not safe to drive on. i have tried to notify dutchmen however since it's saturday i will try again on monday. i have sent an e-mail to their warranty department, customer service and the sales department and am waiting for a response from them. *tr
SUSPENSION - REAR
12/19/200901
 While investigating some dripping water, it was noticed that the front portside shock absorber is rubbing against the inside of the tire. the rubbing has worn down the raised information located on the inside sidewall of this tire to the degree of no longer being able to read the information. upon further investigation, the rear portside tire and the rear starboard tire have also been rubbing against the shock absorbers to the degree it is very visible to the naked eye. it also appears that some rubbing is occurring on the front starboard tire as well. i feel and it is very obvious the current condition of at least one of these tires is not safe to drive on. i have tried to notify dutchmen however since it's saturday i will try again on monday. i have sent an e-mail to their warranty department, customer service and the sales department and am waiting for a response from them. *tr