Dutchmen/furnace exhaust vents
Defect Summary
On certain traveltrailers equipped with suburban furnaces, the furnace exhaust vent may not be present.
Safety Consequence
When the furnace is in use this could allow carbon monoxide fumes to vent into the trailer, which could result in serious injury or death to the passengers.
Corrective Action
Owners and dealers will inspect for the presence of the exhaust vent and for hot exhaust air escaping from the furnace exhaust. the recall began february 20, 2004. owners should contact dutchmen at 1-219-534-1224.
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FAQ: Recall 04V015000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V015000?
NHTSA recall 04V015000 was issued by Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. on January 5, 2004. It addresses: Dutchmen/furnace exhaust vents. The recall affects approximately 21,508 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V015000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.