Recall 13V026 affects 698 2007-2011 Dutchmen recreational trailers with overheating Iota transfer switches. The repair is free at any franchised Dutchmen dealer.
Dutchmen is recalling 698 2007-2011 Grand Junction, Victory Lane, Winners Circle, N Tense, Monte Vista, and Freedom Spirit recreational trailers because wiring connections inside the transfer switch are inadequate and the switch can overheat. An overheated switch can cause a fire, and the Dutchmen dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Iota ITS-50R transfer switch in these 2007-2011 Dutchmen trailers routes electrical power between the shore-power cord and the trailer's onboard electrical system. When it works correctly, the switch keeps power moving through secure wiring connections inside the box, so lights, outlets, and appliances receive power from the selected source.
On affected Victory Lane, Grand Junction, Winners Circle, N Tense, Monte Vista, and Freedom Spirit trailers, the wiring connections inside the transfer switch are not adequate. A loose or weak connection creates resistance, and resistance turns electrical current into heat. As heat builds inside the switch, the transfer switch can overheat instead of carrying power cleanly through the trailer.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall report does not identify an owner-noticeable symptom before the transfer switch overheats, so owners should treat the defect as present if their VIN is included.
Who's affected?
Spans six Dutchmen model lines across the 2007-2011 model years, all listed under the electrical system component.
| 2009 Dutchmen Victory Lane | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2008 Dutchmen Grand Junction | electrical system |
| 2010 Dutchmen Grand Junction | electrical system |
| 2008 Dutchmen Winners Circle | electrical system |
| 2010 Dutchmen N Tense | electrical system |
| 2009 Dutchmen Grand Junction | electrical system |
| 2009 Dutchmen Monte Vista | electrical system |
| 2011 Dutchmen Grand Junction | electrical system |
| 2010 Dutchmen Freedom Spirit | electrical system |
| 2009 Dutchmen Winners Circle | electrical system |
| 2008 Dutchmen Victory Lane | electrical system |
| 2009 Dutchmen N Tense | electrical system |
| 2007 Dutchmen Grand Junction | electrical system |
| Units affected | 698 |
A matching model year and model name does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overheated transfer switch creates a fire risk. If you smell smoke or notice unusual heat near the electrical equipment, stop using the RV and call the dealer. Schedule the recall repair soon, even if the RV seems normal. Repair will be free at any franchised Dutchmen dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2011 Dutchmen Victory Lane, Grand Junction, Winners Circle, N Tense, Monte Vista, or Freedom Spirit trailer is included in this recall.
- Call Dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700 to confirm the owner notice and repair timing for your trailer.
- Ask a franchised Dutchmen dealer about the free Iota ITS-50R transfer-switch replacement that fixes the overheating wiring connections.
- Reference recall number 13V026 when you call, and bring the owner notice if Dutchmen mailed one.
- Stop using the trailer's electrical system and contact Dutchmen if you smell heat, see discoloration, or notice other signs of transfer-switch overheating.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dutchmen technician replaces the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch connected to the trailer's electrical system. The recall notice says the repair is free. Dutchmen's source remedy says owner notification began February 12, 2013, but the current remedy status is not marked available in this record. If your VIN is included, ask the service desk to confirm the transfer switch replacement and parts availability before bringing the trailer in.
Timeline
| January 24, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 12, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V026?
Recall 13V026 covers 698 2007-2011 Dutchmen recreational trailers with Iota ITS-50R transfer switches. Wiring connections inside the switch are not adequate, which can overheat the switch and create a fire risk. Dutchmen will replace the transfer switch for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2011 Dutchmen trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V026. If it is, contact a Dutchmen dealer or Dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700 to arrange the Iota transfer switch replacement. Reference recall number 13V026 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, and Dutchmen's remedy is to replace the Iota transfer switch free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk in recall 13V026?
The safety risk is fire from an overheated transfer switch. The recall involves wiring connections inside the Iota ITS-50R transfer switch that are not adequate. If your VIN is included, arrange the free switch replacement before relying on the trailer's electrical system.
What if I bought my Dutchmen trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Grand Junction, Victory Lane, Winners Circle, N Tense, Monte Vista, or Freedom Spirit trailer is included, then call a Dutchmen dealer with recall number 13V026.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V026000 |
|---|---|
| Dutchmen customer service | 1-574-537-0700 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V026 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V026000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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 →