2003 Showhauler Garage Coach recalls and problems
The 2003 Showhauler Garage Coach has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Showhauler dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 Showhauler Garage Coach vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 Showhauler Garage Coach recalls
Recall 17V-847: Equipment
Problem: ShowHauler Trucks, Inc. (ShowHauler) is recalling all 2003-2018 Garage Coach, Motorhome, and Toter Coach recreational vehicles. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: ShowHauler will notify owners to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information or owners may call ShowHauler customer service at 1-574-825-6764.
Recall 08V-351: Equipment
Problem: Showhauler is recalling 2 my 2003 motor homes and garage coaches equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator 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: If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Showhauler is working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (Please see 08e032). 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 the owner 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 showhauler at 1-574-825-6764.
Recall 07V-428: Equipment
Problem: On certain garage coaches and motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation, the refrigerator 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: Showhauler 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 the owner 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 showhauler at 1-574-825-6764.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Showhauler Garage Coach have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Showhauler Garage Coach: 17V-847 (equipment), 08V-351 (equipment), 07V-428 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Showhauler recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Showhauler dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.