The problem
A solder bridge on the printed circuit board within the fuse panel of the power converter passed undetected through a test fixture and bypasses the fuse protecting the circuit.
The risk
This solder bridge, when coupled with a dead shortelsewhere in the system, can result in circuit overload, overheating, andeven fire, without warning.
The fix
Detailed test instructions are being provided. If a defective fuse panel is found, a new replacement panel will be installed.
Contacts
System: electrical; fuse and fuse recepticle.Vehicle description: recreational vehicles equipped with magnetek powerconverters which use a doran manuacturing fuse panel (see doran campaignno. 95E016).Note: if the fuse panels are not replaced free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact doran at 1-800-681-5424. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Itasca, Winnebago dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 95E016005.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.