Forest River, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #10V281000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V281000 by Forest River, Inc.. Includes 1,488 affected units, LP GAS CONTROL WATER HEATER, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 salem and wildwood travel and fifth wheel trailers manufactured from october 2009 through june 11, 2010. the temperature control mechanism of the water heater may have been damaged during installation in the unit. as a result, the burner may flame up out of control when lit.

Corrective Action

Dealers will repair or replace the water heater free of charge. the safety recall began on june 15, 2010. owners may contact forest river at 574-534-6913.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V281000

Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2010-06-24T00:00:00

Subject: Lp gas control water heater

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 1,488

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 salem and wildwood travel and fifth wheel trailers manufactured from october 2009 through june 11, 2010. the temperature control mechanism of the water heater may have been damaged during installation in the unit. as a result, the burner may flame up out of control when lit.

Consequence Summary: The excess flame outside of the burner chamber can result in a fire in the rv trailer.

Corrective Action: Dealers will repair or replace the water heater free of charge. the safety recall began on june 15, 2010. owners may contact forest river at 574-534-6913.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-vgi6~2ai7_qki6

NHTSA ID: 10V281000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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