The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·10V651000·Announced 2010-12-17

Starcraft Lexion Fifth Wheel Trailers Recalled for Refrigerator Fire Risk

Starcraft is recalling 2011 Lexion fifth wheel trailers because the refrigerator's safety shutoff may not prevent a fire from a hydrogen gas leak.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Starcraft RV, Inc. is recalling certain 2011 Starcraft Lexion fifth wheel trailers equipped with 1200-series Norcold refrigerators. The recall addresses a defect in the refrigerator's safety mechanism designed to shut off power when high temperatures are detected.

The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to stop power during a potential hydrogen gas leak may not respond quickly enough. This delay could fail to prevent a fire. Starcraft is working with Norcold to identify and notify affected owners.

Owners will be instructed to contact Norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2011. Owners may also contact Norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
STARCRAFT LEXION
Brand
STARCRAFT
Manufacturer
STARCRAFT RV, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
14

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • LEXION

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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