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Campaign 15V317 Posted May 27, 2015 1,529 units

2015 Dutchmen Multi-Model Recall 15V317: Slide Room

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 1, 2026

Recall 15V317 covers 1,529 2015 Dutchmen trailers for slide-room screws that can fail and let the room extend while moving. Free repair at Dutchmen dealers.

Dutchmen is recalling 1,529 2015 Kodiak, Aerolite, Carbon, and related RVs because screws that hold the expanding room to the sliding cable mechanism can fail. If the room extends while the vehicle is moving, crash risk increases; Dutchmen dealers will complete the repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

Affected 2015 Dutchmen RV trailers with Norco cable slides use screws to attach the expanding room to the sliding mechanism cable. That cable system pulls the slide room in and out, then holds it tight against the trailer sidewall for travel. When the fasteners hold, the room stays sealed and locked in position.

The recalled fasteners are self-tapping screws. Some were weakened by hydrogen embrittlement, a condition that makes metal brittle after manufacturing. If one of those screws breaks, the cable system loses its hold on the slide room. The room can extend unintentionally while the trailer is in motion.

What you can notice is a slide room that does not seal tightly against the sidewall. If the room sits loose, uneven, or away from the body of the trailer, treat that as the warning sign and have the slide mechanism checked before towing.

Who's affected?

Spans multiple travel trailer lines that share the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component.

2015 Dutchmen Kodiak Recreational vehicle/trailer
2015 Dutchmen Aerolite Recreational vehicle/trailer
2015 Keystone Carbon Recreational vehicle/trailer
2015 Keystone Alpine Recreational vehicle/trailer
2015 Keystone Fuzion Recreational vehicle/trailer
Units affected1,529
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date.

A matching model year and trailer line does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.

What's the safety risk?

A slide room that extends while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of a crash. The warning sign is a slide room that does not seal tight against the sidewall. If you see that gap, schedule the recall repair before travel. Repair is free at any franchised Dutchmen dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Dutchmen model is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Dutchmen dealer to schedule the free screw replacement that secures the expanding room to the sliding mechanism cable.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Dutchmen has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V317 when you call.
  4. Avoid towing the RV until the drive-chain screw repair is complete; the room can extend while the RV is moving.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Dutchmen technician replaces the screws that secure the expanding room drive chain to the sliding mechanism cable. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for a repair tied to the expanding room screws or drive chain, Dutchmen's general reimbursement plan handles documented expenses. Bring the repair order and payment records to the service desk, or contact Dutchmen customer service for claim instructions.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

May 27, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
June 2, 2015 Dealer notification began
June 2, 2015 Dealer notification ended
June 2, 2015 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
June 18, 2015 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V317?

Recall 15V317 covers 1,529 2015 Dutchmen RVs with expanding-room screws that can fail and let the room extend while the vehicle is moving. That creates an increased crash risk. Dutchmen dealers will replace the screws that secure the drive chain for free.

What should I do if my 2015 Dutchmen Kodiak, Aerolite, Carbon, Alpine, Fuzion, Passport, Sprinter, Bullet, Montana High Country, Avalanche, Impact, Laredo, Cougar, Voltage, Outback, Raptor, Denali, or Montana is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV is included in recall 15V317. If it is, contact a franchised Dutchmen dealer to schedule the screw replacement. Reference recall number 15V317 and Dutchmen recall number 15-225 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V317, Dutchmen dealers will replace the screws that secure the drive chain free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is an expanding room extending while the RV is in motion. If that happens, the unexpected movement can increase the risk of a crash. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair before towing or driving the RV again.

What if I bought this RV used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received the owner notice mailed after June 18, 2015, check your VIN and call a franchised Dutchmen dealer with recall number 15V317.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V317000
Dutchmen customer service1-866-425-4369
NHTSA recall #15V317
NHTSA recall # (full)15V317000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →