Defect Description For Recall
Certain Motor Homes Equipped With Norcold Refrigerator Cooling Units Model Numbers 442, 443, 452, Ev452, 453, 462, Ev462, 463, Ev463, 482, Ev482, 483, Ev483, 874, And 875. These Refrigerators Can Experience A Break Down In A Rubber Seal Within The Gas Valve. As The Rubber Seal Ages, A Leak May Occur, Allowing Propane Gas To Accumulate In The Burner Area.
Make Of Vehicle
ULTIMATE
Model Of Vehicle
ADVANTAGE
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
02V276006
Component Description
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Effect Of Defect
The Consequence Can Result In A Fire, Possibly Causing Serious Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
Norcold Will Notify Its Customers And Provide A Replacement Gas Valve Free Of Charge. 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 Service Center At 1-800-667-3005 Or Winnebago At 641-585-3535.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Winnebago Industries Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19970801
End Of Manufacture
19990630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
631
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Date Report Received
20021203