Sierra Cimarron (2005) – 11V171000

Defect Description For Recall

Sierra Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2005 Cimarron And Model Year 2008 Featherlite And United Trailers Equipped With 1200-Series Norcold Refrigerators. The Population Of Refrigerators Being Addressed Contains Either A Sensing Algorithm Or Thermal Switch To Shut Off Power To The Refrigerator When High Temperatures Are Detected In Order To Prevent A Potential Fire. The Response Times Of The Sensor Algorithm And Thermal Switch Devices To Stop Power Are Not Sufficient.

Make Of Vehicle

SIERRA

Model Of Vehicle

CIMARRON

Year

2005

Recall Campaign Number

11V171000

Component Description

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

Effect Of Defect

The Sensing Algorithm Or Thermal Switch Installed To Shut Off Power To The Refrigerator When High Temperatures Are Detected Due To A Possible Hydrogen Gas Leak May Not Shut Off In Sufficient Time To Prevent A Fire.

Fix Defect

Sierra Is Working With Norcold To Identify And Notify Any Affected Owners. Owners Will Be Instructed To Contact Norcold Dealers To Receive The Remedy Free Of Charge. Please See Norcold’S Defect Report 10E-049 For Additional Information. The Safety Recall Began On February 18, 2011. Owners May Contact Norcold At 1-800-767-9101.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Sierra Custom Interiors

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

3

Date Owners Notified

20110218

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Sierra Custom Interiors

Date Report Received

20110308

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard