Defect Description For Recall
Peterson Industries Inc. (Peterson) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013-2014 Excel Travel Trailers Manufactured February 2013 Through June 2013. Due To A Design Change In The Dometic-Brand Power Awning Motor Assembly, The Motor Assembly Screws May Unknowingly Shear.
Make Of Vehicle
EXCEL
Model Of Vehicle
RV
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V388000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If The Motor Assembly Screws Shear, It Is Possible That The Awning Can Unfurl Unexpectedly, Either While The Vehicle Is At Rest Or While In Transit, Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury Or A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Peterson Industries Inc. Will Notify Owners, And Dometic Staff Will Replace The Affected Motors With One Of A Different Design. The Recall Began On August 21, 2013. Owners May Contact Peterson At 1-800-368-3759 Or Dometic At 1-888-447-0003 For More Information. Owners Are Being Instructed Not To Drive Their Vehicle Until Repairs Can Be Performed.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Peterson Industries, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20130201
End Of Manufacture
20130630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
28
Date Owners Notified
20130821
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Peterson Industries, Inc.
Date Report Received
20130828