Recall 12V012 affects 437 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon and Voltage trailers for loose wheels that can detach. Repair is free at any franchised Dutchmen dealer.
Dutchmen is recalling 437 2012 Rubicon and Voltage trailers because the wheels were not fully seated on the hubs and can loosen or detach from the trailer. Wheel separation can lead to loss of trailer control and raise crash and injury risks; the Dutchmen dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The wheel hub on a 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon or Voltage trailer is the mounting point where the wheel sits against the axle assembly. When the wheel is seated correctly, its mounting face sits flat on the hub, and the wheel fasteners clamp it evenly so the wheel stays centered while the trailer rolls.
On affected trailers, the wheels were not fully seated on the hub. That leaves the wheel clamped against an uneven surface instead of sitting flat. Normal towing vibration can work the wheel loose, and a loose wheel can detach from the trailer.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the problem progresses far enough to make noise, vibration, or visible wheel movement, the wheel is already loose and the trailer needs service before it is towed again.
Who's affected?
Both Rubicon and Voltage trailer lines are included for the 2012 model year, and both involve wheel hardware.
| 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2012 Dutchmen Voltage | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 437 |
A matching 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon or Voltage does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Wheel separation can cause loss of trailer control and increase crash risk. A detached wheel also creates injury risk for pedestrians and people in nearby vehicles. Before towing, contact a franchised dealer for the wheel inspection and repair path. Repair will be free at any franchised Dutchmen dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon or Voltage is included in this recall.
- Contact Dutchmen customer service at 1-937-596-6849 to confirm the dealer repair path.
- Schedule a franchised Dutchmen dealer inspection for loose trailer wheels and hub seating; the dealer repair is free.
- Reference recall number 12V012 when you call or visit the dealer.
- Limit towing until the dealer inspection and wheel repair are complete.
What happens at the repair
The filing does not mark the remedy as available, so confirm parts and scheduling with a Dutchmen dealer before moving the trailer. Once the repair is available, a Dutchmen technician inspects the wheels to make sure they are fully seated on the hubs. The dealer then repairs the trailer as needed so the wheels stay secure. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| January 12, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 25, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V012?
Recall 12V012 covers 437 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon and Voltage trailers with a wheel-hub seating defect. Loose wheels can detach from the trailer, causing loss of control and creating an injury risk for pedestrians and other vehicles. Dutchmen dealers will inspect and repair the trailers for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon or Voltage is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V012. If it is, contact a franchised Dutchmen dealer to schedule the wheel inspection and any needed repair. Reference recall number 12V012 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 12V012, Dutchmen dealers will inspect the wheels and repair the trailer as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel separation while towing. A detached wheel can cause loss of control of the trailer, increasing crash risk, and it can strike pedestrians or other vehicles. The dealer inspection and repair address the wheel-hub seating problem.
What if I bought my Dutchmen trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2012 Dutchmen Rubicon or Voltage is included, then call a franchised Dutchmen dealer with recall number 12V012.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V012000 |
|---|---|
| Dutchmen customer service | 1-937-596-6849 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V012 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V012000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →