Recall 15V-835: 2013 Bloomer Horse Trailer

Trail Boss Conversions, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Dec 11, 2015, covering about 1 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-835
Report date
Dec 11, 2015
Vehicles affected
1
Owners notified
Feb 15, 2016

The problem

Trail Boss Conversions, Inc. (Trail Boss) is recalling one model year 2013 Bloomer Horse Trailer manufactured October 1, 2013, to November 29, 2013, and equipped with an Atwood on-demand water heaters. The affected water heater has a water and gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.

The risk

The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Trail Boss will notify the owner and an Atwood dealer will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 15, 2016. Owners may contact Trail Boss customer service at 1-816-690-7133, or Atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerTrail Boss Conversions, Inc.
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Water Heater
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V835000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Bloomer Horse Trailer2013All 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 15V-835?

Trail Boss Conversions, Inc. (Trail Boss) is recalling one model year 2013 Bloomer Horse Trailer manufactured October 1, 2013, to November 29, 2013, and equipped with an Atwood on-demand water heaters. The affected water heater has a water and gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.

How is recall 15V-835 fixed?

Trail Boss will notify the owner and an Atwood dealer will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 15, 2016. Owners may contact Trail Boss customer service at 1-816-690-7133, or Atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131.

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.