Defect Description For Recall
Coachmen Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2007-2008 Chaparral, Model Year 2004-2006 Somerset, Model Year 2007-2008 Wyoming, Model Year 2004-2005 Santara, And Model Year 2004-2006 Sportscoach Elite Motor Homes And Fifth Wheel Trailers Manufactured From October 2003, Through September 2007. These Vehicles Are Equipped With Dimplex Electraflame, Symphony, Or Optiflame Branded Electric Fireplaces, Stoves, And Fireplace Inserts. The Plug In Remote Control Receiver For The Fireplace Can Overheat.
Make Of Vehicle
Coachmen
Model Of Vehicle
CHAPARRAL
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
11V066000
Component Description
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Effect Of Defect
An Overheated Receiver Could Cause A Fire.
Fix Defect
Coachmen Is Working With Dimplex To Identify And Notify Any Affected Owners. Dimplex Will Provide Owners A Free Replacement Plug-In Remote Control Kit. The Safety Recall Began On February 21, 2011. Owners May Contact Dimplex North America Customer Service At 1-888-346-7539 Or Coachmen Motor Works Customer Service At 1-866-953-5555.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Coachmen RV Company, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20031001
End Of Manufacture
20070930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
740
Date Owners Notified
20110221
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Coachmen RV Company, Llc
Date Report Received
20110131