CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR
- Problem
- Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Model Z fifth wheels and Model Z-Air travel trailers. The 12-volt system may have been incorrectly wired without overcurrent protection and with undersized wiring for the refrigerator, which can result in overheating.
- Risk
- Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2402.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The 12-volt electrical system may have been wired incorrectly, without proper overcurrent protection, and with wiring too small for the refrigerator. This can cause the wiring to overheat.
Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should watch for signs of trouble with the RV's 12-volt system and refrigerator circuit and have the vehicle checked promptly.
Authorized dealers will replace the wiring free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. You can contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280, and you should check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Brinkley RV Model Z | 20232024 |
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