2002 Rexhall American Clipper problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2002 Rexhall American Clipper.
Recalls filed by Rexhall
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #03V148000 · 2003 · 1,842 units
Problem: Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
Risk: In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
Fix: Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. owner notification is expected to begin july 1, 2003. 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 rexhall at 1-800-444-9720.
Equipment #07V417000 · 2007 · 2,345 units
Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation, the refrigerator may have a defect in the refrigerator boiler tube. pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Fix: Rexhall will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. dometic has retained stericycle inc. to manage this campaign. stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
Fix it, equip it, or try one first
Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2002 Rexhall American Clipper have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Rexhall for the 2002 American Clipper. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2002 Rexhall American Clipper problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.