Defect Description For Recall
Fleetwood RV Is Recalling Certain 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
FLEETWOOD
Model Of Vehicle
AMERICAN ALLEGIANCE
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
11V074000
Component Description
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Effect Of Defect
The Sensing Algorithm Or Thermal Switch Designed To Shut Off Power To The Refrigerator When High Temperatures Are Detected May Not Activate In Sufficient Time To Prevent A Fire.
Fix Defect
Fleetwood RV 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 Information. The Safety Recall Began On June 6, 2011. Owners May Contact Norcold At 1-800-767-9101.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fleetwood RV, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
88
Date Owners Notified
20110606
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Date Report Received
20110128