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2003 Dutchmen ClassicProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2003 Dutchmen Classic, most often about the structure. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls1Free fix at dealersOwner complaints30 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage4kStructure, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 7, 2010. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2003 Dutchmen Classic has problems

3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Structure20
Tires20

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

2003 Dutchmen Classic recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 03V-465 · Nov 12, 2003 · 24,113 vehicles

Risk. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR CAUSING THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEY PADS.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Dutchmen.

Best & worst years

2003 vs. every other Classic year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Classic median. How we score

'01'02'03
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Classic owners report

Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

2003 ADIRONDACK TRAVEL TRAILER, MODEL 30FB. WE NOTICED SAW DUST APPEARING ON THE COUNTER TOPS, STOVE AND SINK AREA. I NOTICED THAT THE TV SHELF ABOVE THE KITCHEN TABLE WAS BROKEN AND DINING BOOTH BRACE AND COUNTER HAD SHIFTED. IN ADDITION, CABINET HAD COME AWAY FROM THE FLOOR. THE SKID BARS…
Complaint 10149055 · Jan 30, 2006 · 4,000 miles
TRAILER WAS MANUFACTURED WITH SOFT COPPER PROPANE LINES INSIDE THE WHEEL WELD. VEHICLE SUFFERED A BLOW OUT, WHICH BLEW OUT THE REFRIGERATOR, HEAT AND WATER HEATER. CONSUMER STATED THAT DEALER TOLD HIM IT COULD HAVE CAUSED AN EXPLOSION. *AK THE TIRE BLEWOUT WHEN THE CAP CAME OFF OF THE WHEEL. *SC…
Complaint 10059193 · Apr 20, 2004 · 3,500 miles

Own a 2003 Classic?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.