2000 National RV Surfside recalls and problems

The 2000 National RV Surfside has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any National RV dealer.

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

Recalls may cover only some 2000 National RV Surfside vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 National RV Surfside 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.

2000 National RV Surfside problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure1
Equipment1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Tank Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,000 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 2000 National RV Surfside complaints

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 40,000 miles · reported Dec 3, 2010
The contact owns a 2000 national rv surfside. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the brakes suddenly engaged and the brake light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact applied pressure to the brake pedal which extended to the floorboard. The contact then noticed that the brakes were very hot after the vehicle coasted to a stop. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was informed that the brakes were locking up and overheating. He was notified by the manufacturer the vehicle was not included in recall 04v084000 (Service brakes, hydraulic). The vehicle had not…
Equipment · at 39,200 miles · reported Jan 30, 2007
On 1/27/07 while driving with my family on my 2000 national rv surfside we started smelling propane gas, at first we thought it was coming from the stove. We checked it and found nothing, when we made it to our destination as I got off the rv I smell propane gas in the exterior so decided to check the tank. When I opened the propane department I heard the tank hissing, so I thought maybe a fitting had come loose, but after checking the tank with soap and water I found that it was leaking from a bracket welded to the tank for mounting. On 01/29/07 contacted national rv to report the problem and…
Structure · reported Aug 28, 2002
The consumer noticed that the bin above the tail pipe was melted. The consumer feels there should be a heat shield between the tail pipe and the plastic bin. The generator tail pipe is also located under a plastic bin without a heat shield

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 National RV Surfside have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 National RV Surfside: 07V-230 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 National RV Surfside?

Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports), followed by equipment (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,000 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.