2013 Excel Rv | 2014 Excel Rv — Equipment
Published August 30, 2013 · Recall initiated: August 28, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V388000, published August 30, 2013 and initiated August 28, 2013. Recalling firm: Peterson Industries, Inc.; 2013 Excel Rv | 2014 Excel Rv — Equipment.
What's the hazard
Peterson Industries Inc. (Peterson) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Excel travel trailers manufactured February 2013 through June 2013. Due to a design change in the dometic-brand power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
What to do
Peterson Industries Inc. will notify owners, and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with one of a different design. The recall began on August 21, 2013. Owners may contact Peterson at 1-800-368-3759 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
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Recall details
- Brand
- EXCEL
- Model
- RV
- Manufacturer
- Peterson Industries, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 EXCEL RV | 2014 EXCEL RV
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Excel Rv | 2014 Excel Rv — Equipment recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V388000 on August 30, 2013. Reported hazard: Peterson Industries Inc. (Peterson) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Excel travel trailers manufactured February 2013 through June 2013. Due to a design change in the dometic-brand power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
What should I do if I have this product?
Peterson Industries Inc. will notify owners, and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with one of a different design. The recall began on August 21, 2013. Owners may contact Peterson at 1-800-368-3759 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: EXCEL. Model: RV.