Defect Description For Recall
Certain Pop-Up Campers Equipped With Norcold Refrigerator Cooling Units Model Numbers 442, 443, 452, Ev452, 453, 462, Ev462, 463, Ev463, 482, Ev482, 483, Ev483, 874, And 875 Manufactured Between January 1987 And May 1995. These Refrigerators Can Experience A Break Down In A Rubber Seal Within The Gas Valve. As The Rubber Seal Ages, A Leak May Occur, Allowing Propane Gas To Accumulate In The Burner Area.
Make Of Vehicle
VIKING
Model Of Vehicle
NORTHWIND
Year
1995
Recall Campaign Number
02V276005
Component Description
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Effect Of Defect
The Consequence Can Result In A Fire, Possibly Causing Serious Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
Norcold Will Notify Its Customers And Provide A Replacement Gas Valve Free Of Charge. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Norcold Service Center At 1-800-667-3005.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Viking RV, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19870101
End Of Manufacture
19950531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
711
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Viking RV, Llc
Date Report Received
20021119