Recall 09V-312: 2001–2003 Fleetwood American Dream, 2000–2003 Fleetwood American Eagle and 11 more
FLEETWOOD RV, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 28, 2009, covering about 6,684 vehicles.
The problem
Fleetwood rv is recalling certain model year 2005 and 2006 motorhomes manufactured between july 24, 2004 and march 11, 2005, equipped with norcold model 1200lr, 1200lrim, and 1201lrim refrigerators with serial numbers between 1273701 and 1536607, non-consecutively. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak. If a leak occurs and the refrigerator continues to be operated after solution circulation has ceased the heat source could generate very high temperatures. At such high temperatures, the cooling unit could rupture.
The risk
If a leak occurs and the unit is continues to operate, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.
The fix
Fleetwood rv will notify owners and the vehicle's refrigerator will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during september 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood rv at 1-800-509-3418 or norcold's recall center at 1-800-767-9101.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FLEETWOOD RV, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V312000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood American Dream | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood American Eagle | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood American Heritage | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood American Tradition | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Bounder | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Bounder Diesel | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Discovery | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Excursion | 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Expedition | 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Pace Arrow | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Providence | 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Revolution | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Fleetwood Southwind | 2002, 2003 | All years |
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 09V-312?
Fleetwood rv is recalling certain model year 2005 and 2006 motorhomes manufactured between july 24, 2004 and march 11, 2005, equipped with norcold model 1200lr, 1200lrim, and 1201lrim refrigerators with serial numbers between 1273701 and 1536607, non-consecutively. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak. If a leak occurs and the refrigerator continues to be operated after solution circulation has ceased the heat source could generate very high temperatures. At such high temperatures, the cooling unit could rupture.
How is recall 09V-312 fixed?
Fleetwood rv will notify owners and the vehicle's refrigerator will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during september 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood rv at 1-800-509-3418 or norcold's recall center at 1-800-767-9101.
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.