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Jayco Designer FW problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 1998–2000: 2 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint. Pick a model year.

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YearRecallsComplaints
199810
199921
200010

What owners complain about (all years)

Tires1

Recent recalls

Equipment #02V279001 · 2002 · 5,830 units

Problem: On certain travel trailers, motor homes, and fifth wheel campers equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units, model numbers n841, n821, n641, and n621. these refrigerators can experience a cooling system leak caused by operation in the ac electric mode. if a leak occurs, the cooling performance of the refrigerator will deteriorate, requiring immediate replacement of the cooling unit.

Risk: Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit in the ac electric mode can result in a fire.

Fix: Norcold will inspect and replace the refrigerator cooling units. 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 at 1-800-767-9101 or jayco at 1-574-825-0608.

Equipment #02V277001 · 2002 · 1,544 units

Problem: On certain fifth wheel recreational vehicles equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers 1200lr and 1200rim with serial numbers between 700000 and 1008700 and manufactured between december 1996 and february 1999. these refrigerators can experience low cycle fatigue failure which can lead to the liquid solution slowly leaking from the sealed, pressurized cooling unit through a small crack.

Risk: If a leak occurs and the unit is continually operated, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.

Fix: Norcold will notify its customers and provide a replacement cooling unit 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.

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