Recall 18V448 covers 83 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite recreational trailers with an incorrect rim-size label. Repair is free at any franchised Dutchmen dealer.
Dutchmen is recalling 83 2018-2019 Aerolite recreational trailers because the certification label lists the rim size as 14X5.5J instead of the correct 14X5J. An owner who follows that label can install the wrong rim size, increasing crash risk; the Dutchmen dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Certification Label on a 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite trailer is the tag that identifies required tire and rim information for that trailer. Owners, tire shops, and service departments use it to confirm the wheel equipment that belongs on the trailer.
The problem is not a cracked rim or a loose wheel. The incorrect rim size was printed on the label. On affected Aerolite model 2133RB and 2423BH trailers, the tag lists 14X5.5J when the correct rim size is 14X5J. That mismatch can send an owner or shop toward the wrong replacement rim information, which creates the safety concern behind recall 18V448.
What you can notice before the repair is visual: the rim size on the Federal Certification Label does not match the correct rim information for the trailer. The fix is to replace the incorrect tag with one that shows the correct rim size.
Who's affected?
The same 2018 and 2019 Aerolite trailers appear under both the certification label and wheel hardware portions of the recall.
| 2019 Dutchmen Aerolite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2019 Dutchmen Aerolite | wheel hardware |
| 2018 Dutchmen Aerolite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2018 Dutchmen Aerolite | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 83 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The Federal Identification Tag lists a rim size that does not match the correct rim information. If an owner or shop uses that label to replace a rim, the wrong rim size can be installed, increasing the risk of a crash. Repair is free at any franchised Dutchmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Dutchmen dealer to schedule the free corrected Federal Certification Label replacement that fixes the rim-size information on the trailer label.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 18V448 when you call.
- Use the corrected label before replacing a rim; the wrong rim size on the old label increases crash risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dutchmen technician replaces the Federal Certification Label with a corrected label that lists the proper rim size. The recall repair is free, including the label and labor. Dutchmen has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for a related certification label correction before the recall work, ask Dutchmen customer service or the dealer service desk what documentation is needed for reimbursement under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 5, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 2, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 2, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| September 2, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 2, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 2, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V448?
Recall 18V448 covers 83 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite trailers with an incorrect Federal Certification Label. The label lists rim size 14X5.5J when the correct rim size is 14X5J, which can lead to the wrong replacement rim and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V448. If it is, contact a franchised Dutchmen dealer to schedule the corrected Federal Certification Label replacement. Reference recall number 18V448 and Dutchmen recall number 18-325 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost, and Dutchmen dealers will replace the incorrect Federal Certification Label with a corrected label free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the wrong rim size printed on the label can lead an owner or repair shop to install an incorrect replacement rim. That increases crash risk. The dealer fix is a corrected Federal Certification Label showing the proper 14X5J rim size.
What if I bought my Dutchmen Aerolite used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Aerolite is included, then call a franchised Dutchmen dealer or customer service at 1-866-425-4369 with recall number 18V448.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V448000 |
|---|---|
| Dutchmen customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V448 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V448000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →