Defect Description For Recall
TMC Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2004-2011 Damon And Four Winds Recreational Vehicles Equipped With 1200-Series Norcold Refrigerators. The Population Of Refrigerators Being Addressed Contains Either A Sensing Algorithm Or Thermal Switch To Shut Off Power To The Refrigerator When High Temperatures Are Detected In Order To Prevent A Potential Fire. The Response Times Of The Sensor Algorithm And Thermal Switch Devices To Stop Power Are Not Sufficient.
Make Of Vehicle
DAMON
Model Of Vehicle
ASTORIA PACIFIC
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
10V563000
Component Description
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Effect Of Defect
The Sensing Algorithm Or Thermal Switch Installed To Shut Off Power To The Refrigerator When High Temperatures Are Detected Due To A Possible Hydrogen Gas Leak, May Not Shut-Off In Sufficient Time To Prevent A Fire.
Fix Defect
TMC Is Working With Norcold To Identify And Notify Any Affected Owners. Owners Will Be Instructed To Contact Norcold Dealers To Receive The Remedy Free Of Charge. Please See Norcold’S Defect Report 10E-049 For Additional Nformation. The Recall Began On January 12, 2011. Owners May Contact Norcold At 1-800-767-9101 Or Thor Motor Coach At 1-877-855-2867.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thor Motor Coach
Start Of Manufacture
20040503
End Of Manufacture
20100921
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3488
Date Owners Notified
20110112
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Damon Corporation
Date Report Received
20101116