- The problem
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Peterson Classic Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2001 Peterson Classic have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in December 2010 for the recreational vehicle / trailer.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough Classic years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2001 Peterson Classic recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Peterson is recalling 5 my 2001 classic and my 2001-2002 excel limited edition fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with norcold refrigerators. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak.
- The risk
- Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
- The fix
- Peterson is working with norcold to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e030). Norcold will provide thermal switch kits to owners along with the necessary forms and instructions. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767- 9101 or peterson at 1-785-282-6825.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Questions about the 2001 Peterson Classic
Does the 2001 Peterson Classic have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Peterson Classic: recreational vehicle / trailer (December 2010); recreational vehicle / trailer (August 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2001 Peterson Classic had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 2001 Peterson Classic 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