Recall 15V801000: 2013–2014 Somerset E1, 2013–2014 Somerset Santa FE
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 25, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 46
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Columbia Northwest, Inc. (Columbia) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Somerset E1 and Santa Fe recreational trailers manufactured November 1, 2012, to January 31, 2013, and equipped with Atwood on demand water heaters. The water heaters have a water and gas valve that may cause the heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
The risk
The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Columbia customer service at 1-724-423-7440, or Atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131. Columbia's number for this recall is 15E-087.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Somerset E1
- 2014 Somerset E1
- 2013 Somerset Santa FE
- 2014 Somerset Santa FE
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V801000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 15E-087
- Manufacturer
- Columbia Northwest, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jan 15, 2016
- Components
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:water heater (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