Recall 11V-449: 2006 MCI Motorhome, 2004 Prevost H3-45 and 1 more
SUPERIOR COACH INTERIORS, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Aug 26, 2011, covering about 7 vehicles.
The problem
Superior coach is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200 series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. The response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
The risk
The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
The fix
Superior coach is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. Owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. Please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. The safety recall began on september 19, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or superior coach interiors at 1-615-466-2000.
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 | SUPERIOR COACH INTERIORS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V449000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| MCI Motorhome | 2006 | All years |
| Prevost H3-45 | 2004 | All years |
| Prevost Xlii | 2005, 2006, 2007 | 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 11V-449?
Superior coach is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200 series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. The response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
How is recall 11V-449 fixed?
Superior coach is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. Owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. Please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. The safety recall began on september 19, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or superior coach interiors at 1-615-466-2000.
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.