Entegra Coach | NHTSA Recall #10V650000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V650000 by Entegra Coach. Includes 36 affected units, REFRIGERATORS/POSSIBLE FIRE/NORCOLD, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Entegra is recalling certain fifth wheel trailers 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.

Corrective Action

Entegra 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 recall began on january 25, 2011. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V650000

Manufacturer: Entegra Coach

Report Received Date: 2010-12-17T00:00:00

Subject: Refrigerators/possible fire/norcold

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 36

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Entegra is recalling certain fifth wheel trailers 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: Entegra 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 recall began on january 25, 2011. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ip7i_t8cw~5p47

NHTSA ID: 10V650000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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