2011 Monaco Rv Monarch recalls

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. the population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. the response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.

Why it matters: The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.

Navistar is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. the safety recall began on december 1, 2010. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.

Owner notification: December 1, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain motor coach and recreational vehicles equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. a potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.

Why it matters: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.

Navistar is working with atwood and will replace or repair the stoves free of charge. the safety recall began on december 8, 2010. owners may contact atwood at 1-574-266-4749.

Owner notification: December 8, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 monaco monarch and model year 2010-2011 holiday rambler admiral recreational vehicles manufactured from june 4, 2009, through june 26, 2010. the windshield wiper system may become inoperable without warning resulting in reduced driver visibility.

Why it matters: Decreased driver visibility may increase the risk of a crash possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury or death.

Dealers will inspect and correct if necessary the windshield wiper system free of charge. the safety recall began on october 27, 2010. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: October 27, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC