NHTSA Recall 13V144000: Labels (equipment)
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2013 Dutchmen Travel Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V144000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | April 16, 2013 |
| Owner notification | April 25, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Dutchmen Manufacturing Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Dutchmen 245RKS recreational vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims." On these vehicles, the Federal identification tag lists the wrong Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and the wrong Gross Axle Weight Rating.
Safety risk
Incorrect tag information could result in overloading of the vehicle, causing tire or axle failure, resulting in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dutchmen will notify owners and mail replacement labels with corrected information, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2013. Owners may contact Dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V144000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| 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.