- The problem
- Featherlite trailers is recalling certain 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.
- The 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.
- The fix
- Featherlite trailers 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 recall began on december 9, 2010. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or featherlite trailers at 1-877-903-1444.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Featherlite Trailer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 Featherlite Trailer with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2010 for the recreational vehicle / trailer.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Trailer year, for its age
#455 most complained-about 2004 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Featherlite Trailer problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2004 Featherlite Trailer recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2004 Featherlite Trailer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
In 2004 I bought a newflat bed trailer which has four tires. I had a tire failure with less than 2000 miles. The trailer had compass tires,made by hangzhou zhongee rubber co., Which I discovered has a recall. I contacted the firm representing the factory . After filling out the required forms , information , pictures, and dot codes they said they would take care of it. I asked for a voucher to replace the tires at there dealer. I have sence received a check for $218.40. That amount will only replace one tire. The question is, do I have any recourse in getting the other three tires replaced? *Tr
Featherlite Trailer: every year compared
All Trailer years2004 Featherlite Trailer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Featherlite Trailer | 1 | 1 | C | |
| 2004 Featherlite 9608 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2004 Featherlite Trailer
Does the 2004 Featherlite Trailer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Featherlite Trailer: recreational vehicle / trailer (November 2010). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Featherlite Trailer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2004 Featherlite Trailer had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 8, 2010 and the latest on December 8, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2004 Featherlite Trailer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Featherlite Trailer year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Featherlite Trailer years have the most complaints?
2004 (1), 2006 (1), 2012 (1). See every Featherlite Trailer year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Featherlite Trailer has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data