2005 Rexhall Rexair recalls and problems

The 2005 Rexhall Rexair 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 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

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

2005 Rexhall Rexair recalls

Recall 08V-319: Equipment

Reported Jul 15, 2008 · 36 vehicles affected · REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC

Problem: Rexhall is recalling 36 my 2005 aerbus, american clipper, base camp, rexair, sanscape, and vision motor homes 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: If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Rexhall is working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 08e032). 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.

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.

2005 Rexhall Rexair problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 35,928 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 Rexhall Rexair complaints

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 35,928 miles · reported Sep 1, 2008
Brakes on 2005 rexhall rexair with 35,298 miles had brake system failure. Brake calipers seized causing damage to entire brake system. Brakes proved to have extremely overheated causing damage to rotors, pads and sensors. Also electrical cluster on steering wheel for reading gears and mileage information also failed and had to be replaced. Rexhall referred us to workhorse for reimbrusement. Workhorse refused to acknowledge a defect and indicated that our unit was out of warranty and therefore not covered by them. The failure of the brakes could have cause a major accident and possibly serious…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Rexhall Rexair have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Rexhall Rexair: 08V-319 (equipment), 07V-417 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Rexhall Rexair?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (1 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 35,928 miles.

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.