Sierra Custom Interiors | NHTSA Recall #11V171000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V171000 by Sierra Custom Interiors. Includes 3 affected units, REFRIGERATORS/POSSIBLE FIRE, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Sierra is recalling certain model year 2005 cimarron and model year 2008 featherlite and united 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

Sierra 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 february 18, 2011. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V171000

Manufacturer: Sierra Custom Interiors

Report Received Date: 2011-03-08T00:00:00

Subject: Refrigerators/possible fire

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 3

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Sierra is recalling certain model year 2005 cimarron and model year 2008 featherlite and united 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: Sierra 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 february 18, 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

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SID: row-8463~euse~xbmd

NHTSA ID: 11V171000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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