2007 National RV Dolphin recalls and problems

The 2007 National RV Dolphin has 2 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any National RV dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2007 National RV Dolphin vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 National RV Dolphin recalls

Recall 07V-456: Exterior Lighting

Reported Sep 27, 2007 · 1,150 vehicles affected · NATIONAL RV, INC.

Problem: Certain motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment'" certain front and rear side marker lights were not installed on the affected units.

Risk: Missing side marker lights could reduce the visibility of vehicles and increase the potential for a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install the missing side marker lights free of charge. The recall began on november 8, 2007. Owners may contact national rv at 1-800-999-7260. The national highway traffic safety administration (Nhtsa), an agency of the united states department of transportation, has been notified that national rv, inc. And its holding company, national rv holdings, inc., have filed for bankruptcy. Nhtsa has been advised that owners who wish to pursue claims related to safety recall repair work on their national rv vehicles may file a proof of claim with the united states bankruptcy court for the central district of california, riverside division. The case number assigned to this matter is 07-17941. The proof of claim form and instructions are available online at the court's website <a href=http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov>http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov</a> . Additional information about the bankruptcy and its proceedings may also be found at <a href=http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv>http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv</a> . National rv's phone number is (951) 943-6007. Information about safety recalls on national rv's products may be found at www.safercar.gov. The NHTSA wishes to advise owners of recalled products that, in the interests of their safety and the safety of the motoring public, all safety recall work should be performed on motor vehicles and items of equipment.

Recall 06V-337: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Sep 7, 2006 · 1,324 vehicles affected · NATIONAL RV, INC.

Problem: Certain motor homes were not equipped with fuel fill ground cables.

Risk: Without proper grounding, an electrostatic discharge could result during fuel fill up, potentially leading to a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install a fuel fill ground cables free of charge. The recall began on october 27, 2006. Owners may contact national rv at 951-436-3000. The national highway traffic safety administration (Nhtsa), an agency of the united states department of transportation, has been notified that national rv, inc. And its holding company, national rv holdings, inc., have filed for bankruptcy. Nhtsa has been advised that owners who wish to pursue claims related to safety recall repair work on their national rv vehicles may file a proof of claim with the united states bankruptcy court for the central district of california, riverside division. The case number assigned to this matter is 07-17941. The proof of claim form and instructions are available online at the court's website <a href=http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov>http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov</a> . Additional information about the bankruptcy and its proceedings may also be found at <a href=http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv>http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv</a> . National rv's phone number is (951) 943-6007. Information about safety recalls on national rv's products may be found at www.safercar.gov. The NHTSA wishes to advise owners of recalled products that, in the interests of their safety and the safety of the motoring public, all safety recall work should be performed on motor vehicles and items of equipment.

2007 National RV Dolphin problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Trailer Hitches1
Exterior Lighting1
Electrical System1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 68,000 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 2007 National RV Dolphin complaints

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

Electrical System · at 68,000 miles · reported Sep 6, 2018
The contact owns a 2007 national dolphin rv. The contact stated that the lock system malfunctioned and she became locked inside the rv for over five hours. A locksmith had to drill out the entire locking mechanism to free the contact from the vehicle. The national manufacturer has gone out of business; however, the manufacturer for the lock system (Trimark) refused to take a complaint from the contact. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 68,000.
Exterior Lighting · reported Apr 14, 2008
The contact owns a 2007 national dolphin rv. The contact received recall notice number 07v456 for the exterior lighting. The manufacturer has gone bankrupt and the contact would like to know where to have his vehicle serviced. There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 3,500. Updated 05/19/08
Trailer Hitches · at 14,723 miles · reported Dec 18, 2006
5000 lb. Receiver hitch attachment failure. Receiver hitch attached to motor home chassis with 4 rivet type fasteners. These fasteners have worked loose in less than 32 months and 14000 miles. They can not be tightened. The looseness has caused the holes in the chassis to elongate. If the problem had not been discovered by a utah highway patrolman, the receiver hitch could have come loose from the motor home. Because the safety cables are attached to this attachment and not the chassis, complete failure would have allowed the towed vehicle to also become completely detached from the motor…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 National RV Dolphin have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 National RV Dolphin: 07V-456 (exterior lighting), 06V-337 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 National RV Dolphin?

Owners report trailer hitches problems most often (1 reports), followed by exterior lighting (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 68,000 miles.

Are National RV recall repairs free?

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