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