2001 National RV Dolphin recalls and problems

The 2001 National RV Dolphin has 2 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any National RV dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 National RV Dolphin vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 National RV Dolphin recalls

Recall 07V-230: Equipment

Reported Jun 4, 2007 · 21,326 vehicles affected · NATIONAL RV, INC.

Problem: Certain motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: National rv will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist owners in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or national rv at 1-800-999-7260, ext. 4335. The national highway traffic safety administration (Nhtsa), an agency of the united states department of transportation, has been notified that national rv, inc. And its holding company, national rv holdings, inc., have filed for bankruptcy. Nhtsa has been advised that owners who wish to pursue claims related to safety recall repair work on their national rv vehicles may file a proof of claim with the united states bankruptcy court for the central district of california, riverside division. The case number assigned to this matter is 07-17941. The proof of claim form and instructions are available online at the court's website www.cacb.uscourts.gov. Additional information about the bankruptcy and its proceedings may also be found at www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv. National rv's phone number is (951) 943-6007. Information about safety recalls on national rv's products may be found at www.safercar.gov. The NHTSA wishes to advise owners of recalled products that, in the interests of their safety and the safety of the motoring public, all safety recall work should be performed on motor vehicles and items of equipment.

Recall 03V-059: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Feb 21, 2003 · 2,761 vehicles affected · NATIONAL RV INC.

Problem: Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.

Risk: In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.

Fix: Dealers will reposition a light bult from one socket to another, and reattach a wire from one connector to another. Owner notification began september 2, 2003. Owners should contact national rv at 1-800-439-3653. The national highway traffic safety administration (Nhtsa), an agency of the united states department of transportation, has been notified that national rv, inc. And its holding company, national rv holdings, inc., have filed for bankruptcy. Nhtsa has been advised that owners who wish to pursue claims related to safety recall repair work on their national rv vehicles may file a proof of claim with the united states bankruptcy court for the central district of california, riverside division. The case number assigned to this matter is 07-17941. The proof of claim form and instructions are available online at the court's website <a href=http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov>http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov</a> . Additional information about the bankruptcy and its proceedings may also be found at <a href=http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv>http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv</a> . National rv's phone number is (951) 943-6007. Information about safety recalls on national rv's products may be found at www.safercar.gov. The NHTSA wishes to advise owners of recalled products that, in the interests of their safety and the safety of the motoring public, all safety recall work should be performed on motor vehicles and items of equipment.

2001 National RV Dolphin problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires2
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Sidewall — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 34,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 National RV Dolphin complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · reported Dec 31, 2005
Incident 1: march 2005 traveling on i95 in my 2001 national tradewinds rv, I experienced a blowout of the inside right left tire that blew out the side panel of the motor coach. The tire was changed. We continued home. Incident 2: may 2005 purchased a new spare. I noticed a bubble on the inside left rear tire sidewall. While traveling on i95 to the tire shop this tire blew out. Replaced tire. Incident 3: december 2005 while traveling through delaware, right rear inner tire blew out the sidewall. All these tires were michelin xrv 225/22.5 with recommended 100psi. At a goodyear store in…
Tires · at 29,500 miles · reported Jul 10, 2003
While driving and without warning, the tires failed to grip while driving on wet surfaces. The tires failed to grip the road at normal speed and braking, the rv skidded when the consumer tried to brake when he approached a traffic light

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 National RV Dolphin have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 National RV Dolphin: 07V-230 (equipment), 03V-059 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 National RV Dolphin?

Owners report tires problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 34,000 miles.

Are National RV recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized National RV dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.