Recall 99V-287: 1993–1999 Fleetwood Folding Trailer
FLEETWOOD FOLDING TRAILER recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 20, 1999, covering about 66,788 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: recreational vehicles using gas/electric absorption refrigerators supplied by norcold. The swivel nut which is an integral connection component of a pressure tap device has "stress corrosion cracking."
The risk
This cracking can lead to an open fracture in the brass nut, potentially allowing propane gas to leak.
The fix
Norcold is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will remove the swivel nut/pressure tap component and replace with a remedy kit.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during november 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact norcold at 1-937-497-3080 or fleetwood folding trailers at 1-814-445-9661.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FLEETWOOD FOLDING TRAILER |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V287001 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood Folding Trailer | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 99V-287?
Vehicle description: recreational vehicles using gas/electric absorption refrigerators supplied by norcold. The swivel nut which is an integral connection component of a pressure tap device has "stress corrosion cracking."
How is recall 99V-287 fixed?
Norcold is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will remove the swivel nut/pressure tap component and replace with a remedy kit.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.