2002 Kit RV Companion recalls and problems

The 2002 Kit RV Companion has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kit RV dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2002 Kit RV Companion vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Kit RV Companion recalls

Recall 08V-252: Equipment

Reported Jun 5, 2008 · 12,951 vehicles affected · EXTREME RV LLC

Problem: Extreme rv is recalling 12,951 my 2003-2004 sportsmaster, monterey, extreme and my 1997-2003 kit rv calay, companion, espre, extreme, millinium, monterey, patio hauler, road ranger, sportsmaster and sunchaser travel and fifth wheel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: Extreme rv will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or extreme rv at 1-208-453-2500.

2002 Kit RV Companion problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Equipment	2

Most reported parts

Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

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 2002 Kit RV Companion complaints

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

Equipment · reported Jul 2, 2008

The contact owns a 2002 kit companion rv. The vehicle has a dometic refrigerator, model rm2652. The contact noticed a yellowish residue coming from the refrigerator, which indicated that it was leaking ammonia. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 08e032000 (Equipment). She immediately called dometic and was informed that because the vehicle exceeded its warranty, she would be responsible for the repair costs. The failure has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were not applicable. Updated 09/24/08. Updated 10/01/08.

Other Kit RV Companion years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Kit RV Companion have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Kit RV Companion: 08V-252 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Kit RV Companion?

Owners report equipment problems most often (2 reports).

Are Kit RV recall repairs free?

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