2002 Sundowner Sunlite LQ recalls and problems

The 2002 Sundowner Sunlite LQ has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Sundowner dealer.

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

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Sundowner Sunlite LQ vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Sundowner Sunlite LQ recalls

Recall 08V-483: Electrical System

Reported Sep 22, 2008 · 4,535 vehicles affected · SUNDOWNER TRAILERS, INC.

Problem: Sundowner is recalling 4,535 sunlite living quarter trailers (Models 575 gn, 700 gn, 705 gn, 720 gn, 725 gn, 727 gn, 737, 740, 760, 777 gn, cargo gn, stock gn, prostock gn, and stampedesl gn). These trailers may not be equipped with a fuse in line with the wire harness that connects to the tow vehicle.

Risk: If an improperly wired tow vehicle is connected to the trailer wiring harness, there is a possibility of electrical short which could cause a fire resulting in proper damage, injury to a consumer and/or livestock.

Fix: Dealers will inspect these trailers and if it is one of the suspected trailers, the dealer will install an in line fuse in the wire harness. The recall began on october 20, 2008. Owners may contact sundowner at 1-800-654-3879.

Recall 07V-111: Equipment

Reported Mar 19, 2007 · 5,254 vehicles affected · SUNDOWNER TRAILERS, INC.

Problem: Certain recreational, cargo, and horse trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, 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: Sundowner 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 you 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 sundowner at 1-800-654-3879.

2002 Sundowner Sunlite LQ problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment2

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 Sundowner Sunlite LQ complaints

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

Equipment · reported May 25, 2009
Dometic refrigerator recall. Refrigerator has defect identified in the recall. Took in for repairs. Said repair was made. Refrigerator developed symptoms as stated in the recall. Took back to dealer. Dealer stated dometic would not stand for the cost of repairs . Cost of repairs would be $1,050 or install new refrigerator for $1,400.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Sundowner Sunlite LQ have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Sundowner Sunlite LQ: 08V-483 (electrical system), 07V-111 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Sundowner Sunlite LQ?

Owners report equipment problems most often (2 reports).

Are Sundowner recall repairs free?

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