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Triple E Unity Recall 21V820: Fridge Vent Can Overheat Wood and Cause a Fire

NHTSA campaign 21V820, reported October 18, 2021, 2,056 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The refrigerator exhaust vent on these recreational vehicles blows heat directly onto the wood frame and surrounding surfaces. Over time, that heat can overheat the wood.

An overheated wood frame could ignite and cause a fire. Owners should take this seriously and not ignore it.

The repair is free. An authorized dealer will install metal heat deflectors and screws to protect the wood from the exhaust. You can also contact Triple E customer service at 1-877-992-9906, and check your VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V820Triple E Recreational Vehicles
Component
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR
Problem
Triple E Recreational Vehicles (Triple E) is recalling certain 2015 Free Spirit, 2015-2018 Unity, 2015-2016 Libero, 2015-2018 Serenity, and Wonder recreational vehicles. Please see attached 573 for a complete list of model numbers. The refrigerator exhaust vents directly onto the wood frame and surfaces, which can overheat the wood.
Risk
An overheated wood frame could ignite and cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install metal heat deflectors and screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Triple E customer service at 1-877-992-9906. Triple E's number for this recall is CA#8721-1.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Triple E Libero20152016
Triple E Serenity2015201620172018
Triple E Unity2015201620172018
Triple E RV Free Spirit2015
Triple E RV Wonder201620172018