Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2008 Dutchmen N Tense
NHTSA data on file today
The 2008 Dutchmen N Tense has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #17V755000 Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V236000 FUEL STORAGE SYSTEM NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V268000 REAR REFLEX REFLECTORS/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Wheels 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $2,500–$4,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2008 Dutchmen N TENSE has a moderate recall history involving fire extinguishers, fuel dispensing, and lighting issues, though owner complaints are minimal. Key recalls point to potential safety risks, but these have been addressed, and the low number of complaints suggests decent reliability.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| fire extinguisher | not mileage dependent | $50–$100 | common |
| fuel shut-off switch | 40,000–60,000 miles | $150–$300 | common |
| rear reflectors | 20,000–40,000 miles | $20–$50 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Inspect tires annually
- Check light functionality
- Test fire safety equipment
- Check for fuel leaks
- Inspect suspension system
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Flickering exterior lights
- Gasoline odor near switches
- Malfunctioning fire extinguisher
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2008 Dutchmen N Tense at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.