Recall 08V-021: 2007 New Horizons Fifth Wheel Trailer
NEW HORIZONS recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jan 16, 2008, covering about 77 vehicles.
The problem
On certain fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with atwood sealed burner ranges, the range and slide-in burner tubes leading from the gas manifold to the burner heads had a depression or "kink" in the exterior bend restricting proper airflow and gas mixture.
The risk
This condition could result in carbon monoxide poisoning.
The fix
New horizons is working with atwood to have the tubes replaced on these ranges (Please see 07e030). Owners may contact atwood at 1-800-348-7418 or new horizons at 1-800-235-3140.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NEW HORIZONS |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V021000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-021?
On certain fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with atwood sealed burner ranges, the range and slide-in burner tubes leading from the gas manifold to the burner heads had a depression or "kink" in the exterior bend restricting proper airflow and gas mixture.
How is recall 08V-021 fixed?
New horizons is working with atwood to have the tubes replaced on these ranges (Please see 07e030). Owners may contact atwood at 1-800-348-7418 or new horizons at 1-800-235-3140.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.