- The problem
- Open range is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 open range, residential and rolling thunder 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.
- The risk
- An insufficient response time can result in power not being shut-off in sufficient time to prevent a fire, which has the potential to ignite resulting in personal injury and/or vehicle and property damage.
- The fix
- Open range is working with norcold to get the units repaired free of charge. Please see norcold's defect report 10e-049. The safety recall began on march 2, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.
Vehicle safety record
2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2010 for the recreational vehicle / trailer. For comparison, the 2010 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Rolling Thunder year, for its age
#281 most complained-about 2011 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder 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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2 complaints about the 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The frame has several cracks in the area where the suspension attaches. I just noticed them after reading on a forum that this is an ongoing problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 open rage rolling thunder rv. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds he noticed that the vehicle would start bucking back and forth. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised him that there was a fracture in the frame on the passenger side. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 2,500.
Open Range Rolling Thunder: every year compared
All Rolling Thunder years2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 2011 Open Range Open Range | 2 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2011 Open Range Roamer | 2 | 1 | D | 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 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder
Does the 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder: recreational vehicle / trailer (October 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 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 11, 2011 and the latest on November 17, 2015. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Open Range Rolling Thunder 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.
What should I do if my 2011 Open Range Rolling Thunder 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