1997 Tiffin Star Problems: 0 Complaints, 1 Recall

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Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported February 8, 2011 · 10,683 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Tiffin motorhomes 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.
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: Tiffin motorhomes 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 february 17, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1‑800‑767‑9101.

Recall number 11V082000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 1997 Tiffin Star reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Tiffin Star.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Tiffin Star?

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How many recalls does the 1997 Tiffin Star have?

1 recall, covering equipment.

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