Recall 10V653000: 2008 Excel Classic, 2005–2011 Excel Limited, 2008–2010 Excel Wild Cargo +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 20, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 271
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Peterson industries, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2011 excel fifth wheel trailers, models limited, classic, winslow, and wild cargo, equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. The plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.
The risk
An overheated receiver could cause a fire.
The fix
Peterson is working with dimplex to identify and notify any affected owners. Dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. The safety recall began on february 15, 2011. Owners may contact dimplex north america customer service at 1-888-346-7539 peterson at 1-785-282-6825.
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2008 Excel Classic
- 2005 Excel Limited
- 2006 Excel Limited
- 2007 Excel Limited
- 2008 Excel Limited
- 2009 Excel Limited
- 2010 Excel Limited
- 2011 Excel Limited
- 2008 Excel Wild Cargo
- 2010 Excel Wild Cargo
- 2010 Excel Winslow
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V653000
- Manufacturer
- PETERSON INDUSTRIES, INC.
- Owner letters
- Feb 15, 2011
- Components
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology