Dutchmen Trailer Problems by Year
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Dutchmen Trailer, across 10 model years (1995–2004). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (18). The most reported problem area overall is tires.
Dutchmen Trailer years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Trailer year: 2004. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 Trailer: 18 complaints, 1 recall
- 1995 Trailer: 6 complaints, 1 recall
- 1998 Trailer: 3 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1997 Trailer: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2000 Trailer: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2002 Trailer: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Dutchmen Trailer problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 20 | 7 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Dutchmen Trailer model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Trailer | 18 | 1 | — | Tires | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 Trailer | 2 | 2 | — | Equipment | |
| 2002 Trailer | 1 | 2 | — | Tires | |
| 2001 Trailer | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2000 Trailer | 1 | 1 | — | Tires | |
| 1999 Trailer | 2 | 1 | — | Structure | |
| 1998 Trailer | 3 | 1 | — | Tires | |
| 1997 Trailer | 1 | 1 | — | Tires | |
| 1996 Trailer | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1995 Trailer | 6 | 1 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dutchmen Trailer years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2004 (18) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Trailer year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Dutchmen Trailer?
Tires, with 20 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the Dutchmen Trailer have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.