CarRecallWatchThe 2001 National RV Tradewinds has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (3 reports).
2001 National RV Tradewinds recalls
Most common 2001 National RV Tradewinds problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
OUR 2001 TRADEWINDS LTC MOTORHOME CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED TO THE GROUND. THE FIRE APPEARED TO START WHERE THE EXHAUST PIPE EXITS THE FIBERGLASS SIDE OF THE MOTORHOME, AT THE RIGHT REAR. INVESTIGATION INTO THE EXACT CAUSE OF THE FIRE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED, DUE TO THE EXTENT OF THE DAMAGE FROM THE FIRE. THE SYMPTOMS OF THIS FIRE ARE THE SAME AS THOSE REPORTED IN COMPLAINT NO. 10159691. *TR
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH THE ENTIRE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILED. ALSO THE AUTOMATIC STEPS THAT EXTENDED OUT WHEN THE DOOR OPENED FAILED TO WORK AND CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO SUFFER BRUISED KNEES AND PALMS. ALSO AT 55 MPH THE ENGINE STARTED SMOKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG. A FEW DAYS LATER THE FAN MODULE TIE WRAP BROKE, DROPPING DOWN ON THE MANIFOLD. THIS CAUSED THE ENGINE FAN TO BURN OUT. THE MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *NM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM BURNED OUT AND THE REAR END OF THE MOTOR CAUGHT ON FIRE, THE THREE WAY LIGHT SWITCH, ICE MAKER, AIR CONDITIONER WERE ALL INOPERATIVE. THE TOILET SEAT ANCHORS BROKE. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER
2001 National RV Tradewinds questions
Does the 2001 National RV Tradewinds have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2001 National RV Tradewinds: Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Tires. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 National RV Tradewinds?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Equipment (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 National RV Tradewinds has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.