Excel Classic (2008) – 10V653000

Defect Description For Recall

Peterson Industries, Inc. Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2002 Through 2011 Excel Fifth Wheel Trailers, Models Limited, Classic, Winslow, And Wild Cargo, Equipped With Dimplex Electraflame, Symphony, Or Optiflame Branded Electric Fireplaces, Stoves, And Fireplace Inserts. The Plug In Remote Control Receiver For The Fireplace Can Overheat.

Make Of Vehicle

EXCEL

Model Of Vehicle

CLASSIC

Year

2008

Recall Campaign Number

10V653000

Component Description

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

Effect Of Defect

An Overheated Receiver Could Cause A Fire.

Fix Defect

Peterson Is Working With Dimplex To Identify And Notify Any Affected Owners. Dimplex Will Provide Owners A Free Replacement Plug-In Remote Control Kit. The Safety Recall Began On February 15, 2011. Owners May Contact Dimplex North America Customer Service At 1-888-346-7539 Peterson At 1-785-282-6825.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Peterson Industries, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

271

Date Owners Notified

20110215

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Peterson Industries, Inc.

Date Report Received

20101220

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard