2003 Rexhall American Clipper recalls and problems

The 2003 Rexhall American Clipper has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Rexhall dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Rexhall American Clipper vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Rexhall American Clipper recalls

Recall 07V-417: Equipment

Reported Sep 5, 2007 · 2,345 vehicles affected · REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC

Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation, the refrigerator may have a defect in the refrigerator 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: Rexhall 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. The recall is expected to begin on or before july 4, 2008. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or rexhall at 1-661-726-0565.

Recall 03V-148: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Apr 15, 2003 · 1,842 vehicles affected · REXHALL INDUSTRIES

Problem: Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.

Risk: In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.

Fix: Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. Owner notification is expected to begin july 1, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact rexhall at 1-800-444-9720.

2003 Rexhall American Clipper problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension2

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Front › Stabilizer Bar — 1
  • Suspension › Front › Shock Absorber — 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 2003 Rexhall American Clipper complaints

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

Suspension · reported Apr 29, 2004
There was severe shimmy in the front end of the motor home when it went over an imperfection in the road, such as a bump, pot hole, etc,. Dealership tightened the sway, and replaced the shocks. But problem recurred. Problem was corrected when the consumer brought a front stabilizer bar and had it installed. Consumer felt that a stabilizer bar should have been installed in the motor home when it was manufactured. This motor home was on a ford, f53 chassis. Consumer also stated that steering is erratic due to front end problem.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Rexhall American Clipper have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Rexhall American Clipper: 07V-417 (equipment), 03V-148 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Rexhall American Clipper?

Owners report suspension problems most often (2 reports).

Are Rexhall recall repairs free?

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