Furnace vent
Defect Summary
On certain recreational trailers, a furnace vent was not installed. the lack of an exhaust vent allows furnace combustion products containing carbon monoxide fumes to vent into the trailer.
Safety Consequence
This could result in serious injury or death to the occupants of the trailer.
Corrective Action
Owners will be instructed to visually check for the presence of the exhaust vent on the exterior of the vehicle. if the exhaust vent is not present or if there are any other questions, the owner will be instructed not to use the furnace and to take their trailer to the nearest dutchmen dealer or service center for repair. the recall began on december 31, 2006. owners should contact dutchmen at 1-219-534-1224.
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FAQ: Recall 06V491000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V491000?
NHTSA recall 06V491000 was issued by Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. on December 22, 2006. It addresses: Furnace vent. The recall affects approximately 1,939 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 06V491000 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.