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2003-2004 Lance Camper recall: recreational vehicle/trailer

Lance Camper Mfg. Corp. reported this safety recall on April 7, 2005. It covers about 3,303 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,303
reported
Apr 7, 2005

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

What is wrong
On certain campers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, models mr5491g, mr5492w, mr5493g, mr5494w, mr7491g, mr7492w, mr7493g, mr6698wb, mr6699gb, mr6699sb, mr1031wb, mr1032bb, mr1033sb, mr1351wb, and mr1352bb, the microwaves were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.
Risk
An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.
Remedy
Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. Owners may contact samsung at 1‑800‑932‑3837 or lance at 661‑949‑3322.

Recall number 05V136000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V136000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Lance Camper recreational vehicle/trailer?

Yes. Recall 05V136000, reported on April 7, 2005, covers about 3,303 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V136000?

Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. Owners may contact samsung at 1‑800‑932‑3837 or lance at 661‑949‑3322.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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