2003 Weekend Warrior FS recalls and problems

The 2003 Weekend Warrior FS has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Weekend Warrior dealer.

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

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Weekend Warrior FS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Weekend Warrior FS recalls

Recall 07V-559: Equipment

Reported Dec 12, 2007 · 6,243 vehicles affected · WEEKEND WARRIOR TRAILERS INC.

Problem: On certain pull, fifth wheel and toy-hauler recreational 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: Weekend warrior 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 weekend warrior at 1-909-579-0353.

Recall 05V-444: Exterior Lighting

Reported Oct 4, 2005 · 13,447 vehicles affected · WEEKEND WARRIOR TRAILERS INC.

Problem: Certain recreational trailers do not conform to the lighting requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' amber intermediate side marker lamps and reflex reflectors in vehicles longer than 30' in overall length were missing. Also the absence of the rear identification lamps in vehicles over 80" in overall width.

Risk: Without this lighting, and particularly, during night driving conditions or while the trailer is parked, other vehicles may not see a trailer, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Weekend warrior or an authorized dealer will add the missing equipment to enhance visibility. The recall is expected to begin during february 2007. Owners may contact weekend warrior at 1-800-500-9914.

2003 Weekend Warrior FS problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires2
Structure1
Service Brakes, Electric1
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
  • Structure › Frame and Members — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,000 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 2003 Weekend Warrior FS complaints

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

Structure · at 9,000 miles · reported Feb 7, 2008
Weekend warrior trailers: class action lawsuit settled concerning following safety items. I AM reporting more safety defects not covered in the lawsuit. To date I have suffered a bent frame, seven blown tires, and my trailer sways too much to tow at highway speeds. Full information can be accessed by going to www.trailersettlement.com 1. Frame on many models not built strong enough. They bend, causing the trailer to tow poorly for many reasons such as the weight distribution bars and sway control being defeated. Also can cause overloaded hitches. 2. Tires were of insufficent load carrying…
Tires · reported Apr 29, 2004
Request NHTSA to review letter to determine if a recall or safety bulletin should be issued for carlisle radial st tires. Since purchase, the consumer experienced gross failure of all 7 tires and have replaced them all. The latest failure and subsequent failure revealed that all remaining carlisle tires were separating tread from the casing. The tire seemed to have disintegrated while being driven on the highway. It tore away so violently that it damaged underneath the trailer. Others have experienced this problem as well with carlisle tires. (03' weekend warrior fs3000 travel trailer)

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Weekend Warrior FS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Weekend Warrior FS: 07V-559 (equipment), 05V-444 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Weekend Warrior FS?

Owners report tires problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,000 miles.

Are Weekend Warrior recall repairs free?

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