There are no safety recalls for the 2005 National RV Dolphin, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2005 National RV Dolphin problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Equipment › Electrical › Anti-Theft Devices — 1
- Tires › Sidewall — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Pads — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,542 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 2005 National RV Dolphin complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 20,000 miles · reported Apr 29, 2009
Brake failure. Brakes got hot and I had no brakes. I have a w 22 workhorse chassis on my rv . It is a 2004 chassis on a 2005 national rv dolphin .I was able to get stopped with out causing an accident. Workhorse has had a problem with the brakes on there 2000,2001,2003 w22 chassis.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 7,698 miles · reported Feb 15, 2009
2005 dolphin on a chevy w 22 workhorse chassis..front brakes failed after 7500 miles..front rotors were heat cracked I was told from the dealer..called wh and told me it was not covered...never heard of rotors going bad at 7500 miles..have had other motor homes, and have always taken excellent care of my brakes with going down hills, etc..feel there is definitely a flaw in the breaking system on these vehicles..vehicle started shaking like the front end was falling apart coming back from a trip..limped it back to shop for evaluation..over $1000.00 repair bill...vehicle is not safe with these…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 13,200 miles · reported Feb 22, 2007
Failure of front brake calipers and subsequent cracking of brake rotors. Causing premature brake pad wear and decreased brake performance. Parts replaced at owners' expense. Parts available for inspection.
Tires · at 9,542 miles · reported Oct 20, 2006
2005 rv with less than 10k miles. While parked in driveway under no stress, the outside passenger rear tire began ballooning on the sideway for no apparent reason, then blew out a hole approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. The failure appears to be in the seam of the sidewall. The last time the rv was driven was on sunday, october 15, 2006 (5 days previous). This incident was witnessed by tim anderson who had been working in the driveway at the time and heard the hissing sound prior to the blowout. He was almost injured in the incident and had thankfully moved away seconds before the blowout…
Equipment · at 2,700 miles · reported Mar 28, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated there were no warning sounds while operating the power gear lift alarm. Upon inspection of the vehicle the wiring to the chimes was noticed cut. The dealer was consulted and determined the chimes warning device was not necessary. Also, the manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle is a 2005 national rv dolphin lx.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 National RV Dolphin have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 National RV Dolphin as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 National RV Dolphin?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (5 reports), followed by equipment (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,542 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.