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Dutchmen Kodiak Recall 19V231: Tire May Rub Trailer Floor, Risking Tire Failure

NHTSA campaign 19V231, reported March 25, 2019, 561 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2018-2019 Dutchmen Kodiak trailers equipped with 15-inch tires may not have enough clearance between the tire and the underside of the floor. The tire can contact the floor, which may lead to tire failure.

A tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control while towing, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the issue addressed promptly.

The remedy is free. Keystone has notified owners, and an authorized dealer will install a suspension lift kit at no cost. Owners with questions can contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 (Keystone recall number 19-349). You can also check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V231Keystone RV Company
Component
TIRES
Problem
Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dutchmen Kodiak recreational trailers, models 255BHSL and 283BHSL, equipped with 15-inch tires. The tire clearance to the floor may be insufficient, allowing the tire to contact the underside of the floor, possibly resulting in tire failure.
Risk
Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will install a suspension lift kit, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 19-349.
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.

Affected vehicles

Dutchmen Kodiak20182019