NHTSA Recall 10V281000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V281000; Date: Jun. 24, 2010
The excess flame outside of the burner chamber can result in a fire in the RV trailer.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Forest River Salem; 2011 Forest River Wildwood
Component: Equipment:recreational Vehicle:lpg Water Heater
Manufactured by: Forest River, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,488
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 15, 2010
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