23-447 – Incorrect Size Axle Springs Installed – 2021-2022 Dutchmen Coleman 1855RB & 190BH Travel Trailers

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-822
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Keystone RV Company DEC 07, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-822 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23-447 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Keystone RV Company Address : PO Box 2000
2642 Hackberry Drive Goshen IN 46527
Company phone : 574-535-2100
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 366 Estimated percentage with defect : 15 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2022 Dutchmen Coleman 1855RB, 1905BH Vehicle Type : TRAILERS
Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : Models with axle springs rated at 4400 pounds rather than the 5100 pound axle rating as specified on Federal Identification Tag.
Production Dates : MAY 18, 2021 – NOV 17, 2021 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 4YDT18517MM944089 End : 4YDT19019MM944172 VIN Range 2 : Begin : 4YDTCMH14NM932255 End : 4YDTCMH10NM935637 ✔ Not sequential
✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : It has been decided that the vehicles in the recall population may have axle springs rated at 4400 pounds rather than the 5100 pound axle rating as specified on Federal Identification Tag.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Under certain conditions during travel, undersized axle springs can be
overloaded leading to an increased risk of axle spring failure and poor vehicle handling.
Description of the Cause : The axles installed had the wrong size springs.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
Springs can flatten out.
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-822 Page 2 Component Name 1 : Axle Leaf Spring
Component Description : Axle – Spring – Multi Leaf Double Eye – 26″ 72-78 – 2200# Component Part Number : KRV# 439411 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
6/1/2023 – Report was made of the wrong size springs on VIN NM932273
8/1/2023 – Investigation opened. All affected Coleman units were put on hold and springs were inspected no issues found on line or in yards
12/1/2023 – Keystone Safety Committee reviewed the information and concluded that the data reviewed indicated a unanimous vote for a voluntary recall. Investigation called for to determine affected unit range. 12/4/2023 – Investigation concluded and scope completed. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The remedy is to replace under rated 4400 LB springs with the correct size
5100 LB springs. This would require both 2200 LB springs be replaced. Manufacturer Reimbursement Plan on file as of 10/11/2022. General reimbursement plan to be updated every two years. New vehicles are covered under warranty. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The correct springs are KRV# 630779-Axle – Leaf Spring – For 2600 lb – Double Eye – ML – 26 Eye To Eye
Units were quarantined, inspected then repaired as indicated by inspection. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Keystone will notify the dealers and owners of the recreational vehicles The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-822
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
by letter. A final copy of the owner letter will be provided to NHTSA, along with the dealer repair procedures.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : JAN 25, 2024 – JAN 25, 2024
Planned Owner Notification Date : JAN 25, 2024 – JAN 25, 2024
* NR – Not Reported

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