CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:WATER HEATER
- Problem
- ShowHauler Trucks, Inc. is recalling one 2013 ShowHauler 20'6" msl recreational vehicle equipped with an Atwood on demand water heater (ODWH) model OD45, OD50, or OD50CW. The affected water heater has a water and gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
- Risk
- The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Showhauler will notify the owner and Atwood will provide a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2016. Owners may contact Atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131 and/or ShowHauler customer service 1-574-825-6764.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
This recall covers a 2013 ShowHauler 20'6" motorhome equipped with an Atwood on-demand water heater, model OD45, OD50, or OD50CW. The water heater's water and gas valve may cause the water in the hot water supply tap to overheat.
Overheated water can release steam and may scald the operator, increasing the risk of injury. If you own an affected motorhome, contact ShowHauler customer service at 1-574-825-6764 or Atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131. ShowHauler will notify owners, and Atwood will provide a remedy kit free of charge.
Whether or not you have been notified, check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized dealer if your water heater matches the affected models.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Showhauler Motorhome | 2013 |
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