NHTSA Recall 12V529000: Furnace (equipment)
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 740 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Aspen Trail Travel Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V529000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER › LPG SYSTEMS › FURNACE |
| Report received | October 31, 2012 |
| Owner notification | November 15, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Aspen Trail, Coleman, and Dutchmen recreational vehicles manufactured from October 4, 2011, through October 01, 2012. These vehicles may have been manufactured without an exterior vent for the furnace.
Safety risk
Without proper exhaust ventilation, the vehicle can fill with carbon monoxide resulting in asphyxiation. The heat build-up may also increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dutchmen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, install an exterior vent, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2012. Owners may contact Dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.
Notes
Customers may 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V529000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Aspen Trail Travel Trailer | 2013 |
| Coleman Travel Trailer | 2013 |
| Dutchmen Aspen Trail | 2012 |
| Dutchmen Coleman | 2012 |
| Dutchmen Dutchmen | 2012 |
| Dutchmen Travel Trailer | 2013 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.