2005 Carriage Cameo recalls and problems

The 2005 Carriage Cameo has 3 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Carriage dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Carriage Cameo vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Carriage Cameo recalls

Recall 10V-626: Equipment

Reported Dec 17, 2010 · 2,360 vehicles affected · CARRIAGE, INC

Problem: Carriage is recalling certain fifth wheel trailers 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.

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.

Fix: Carriage 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 march 9, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.

Recall 10V-484: Equipment

Reported Oct 14, 2010 · 394 vehicles affected · CARRIAGE, INC

Problem: Carriage is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. The plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.

Risk: An overheated receiver could cause a fire.

Fix: Carriage is working with dimplex and dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. The recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact dimplex north america customer service at 1-888-346-7539.

Recall 05V-400: Wheels

Reported Sep 14, 2005 · 99 vehicles affected · CARRIAGE, INC

Problem: On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with tredit wheels, the rims may have poor weld quality and insufficient press fit between the wheel rim and disc.

Risk: The center of the wheel could separate from the rim. The wheel may wobble and cause a vibration or the mounted tire could lose air causing the tire to go flat, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Carriage is working with tredit tire to notify owners and have the rims replaced. The recall began november 15, 2005. Owners may contact carriage at 1-574-642-3622.

2005 Carriage Cameo problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires3
Structure1
Power Train1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body › Bumpers — 1
  • Power Train › Axle Assembly — 1
  • Equipment › Other › Labels — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Carriage Cameo complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · at 15,000 miles · reported Sep 1, 2008
We experienced a tread separation blowout on our 2005 car-light 5th wheel trailer with only 15000 miles on the goodyear g614 rst tires. Tire pressure was checked to be the specified 110 lbs that morning, and at the outset of every trip. Goodyear settled for full replacement price on a new tire plus damages to the trailer of about $2100.
Tires · reported Nov 13, 2005
1. June 28, 2005, I purchased a 5th wheel with goodyear marathon tires, st235/80-r16, load range "d". August 9,2005, I blew a tire on the 5th wheel, while traveling in wyoming. In late september, all four rims were replaced "under warranty. In late september, I blew a second tire which was mounted on the new aluminum rims. The gvwr of the trailer is 14,100. The trailer was weighed in july as having 10,580 pounds on the rear two axels. Hitch weight is 2,700 pounds. For a 13,340 pound actual trailer weight. (Last year I owned another 5th wheel which also experienced a large bubble on the…
Power Train · reported Sep 4, 2005
I purchased a 4x6 trailer made by doolittle trailer manufacturing from a fort smith dealer. The paper work, including the title, information inspection package, and the gvwr on the trailer tongue stated the trailer was rated for 2990 gross vehicle weight rating. Trailer was purchased with the understanding that it would gross this much weight. After purchasing the trailer, I viewed their web page and found that they listed it on their web page for only 1500 gvwr. After consulting with doolittle trailers about their error on their web page, they informed me that I could only load the trailer to…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Carriage Cameo have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Carriage Cameo: 10V-626 (equipment), 10V-484 (equipment), 05V-400 (wheels). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Carriage Cameo?

Owners report tires problems most often (3 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,000 miles.

Are Carriage recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Carriage dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.