2001 Starcraft Starlite problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2001 Starcraft Starlite.
Recalls filed by Starcraft
Equipment #05V007000 · 2005 · 612 units
Problem: Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." the rear door is not labeled correctly to identify that it is an emergency exit and instructions for opening the door are not affixed to the door.
Risk: If the operation of the emergency exit door is not understood, an occupant may not be able to open the door and exit the vehicle in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and install an emergency exit sign above the rear door. instructions for opening the door will be mounted near the handle of the door free of charge. the recall began on february 15, 2005. owners may contact starcraft at 1-800-348-7440.
Equipment #07V425000 · 2007 · 13,765 units
Problem: On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation, the refrigerator may have a defect in the 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: Starcraft rv 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
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.
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Starcraft Starlite have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Starcraft for the 2001 Starlite. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2001 Starcraft Starlite problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.