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2006 Peterson Excel Limited Edition problems

The most common problem on the 2006 Peterson Excel Limited Edition is body and structure. Its complaint count is close to a typical Excel Limited Edition model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
2
Worst area
Body

The worst 2006 Peterson Excel Limited Edition problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Body
    1
  • Tires
    1

Problems by type

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  • Body
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls 2

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported December 8, 2010 · 110 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Peterson industries is recalling certain fifth wheel trailers 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.
Risk
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.
Remedy
Peterson industries 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 january 12, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1‑800‑767‑9101 or peterson industries at 1‑785‑282‑6825.

Recall number 10V612000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulicReported May 5, 2006 · 6 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter axles, the disc brake caliper mounting bolts may strip. Insufficient clamp load between caliper and yoke can cause the caliper to disassemble and adversely affect the trailer's braking system.
Risk
Loss of braking can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dexter has modified the remedy for these vehicles (please see 06e029). A new larger caliper mounting nut will be installed. For more information you may contact dexter axle at 1‑800‑400‑2164 or peterson at 1‑800‑368‑3759.

Recall number 06V158000 · Recall details

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What 2006 Peterson Excel Limited Edition owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 5, 2016 · Tires · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 peterson excel limited edition equipped with dynamic tire towmax scrsc tires, size: 235/80/r116. While driving 35 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise and the front driver side tire blew out. In addition, the rear tires had tread separation. The vehicle was not diagnosed and the tires were not replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate tire failure mileage was 2,500. The VIN and dot number were not available.

Filed Jul 20, 2007 · Body · NV

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 peterson excel limited. The contact stated that the tires on the vehicle are too close together. The dealer has been notified. The axle springs and shackles were replaced, but they are still too close together. No other vehicle information was available.

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Is the 2006 Peterson Excel Limited Edition reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2006 Peterson Excel Limited Edition, close to a typical Excel Limited Edition model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Peterson Excel Limited Edition?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is tires (1).

How many recalls does the 2006 Peterson Excel Limited Edition have?

2 recalls, covering equipment and service brakes, hydraulic.

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