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February 20, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V103000
Cooktop Gas Valves May Fracture Causing Gas Leak
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V103
Manufacturer Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC)
Components EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 757
Summary
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyhauler and Quest trailers equipped with certain SDS2 2-Burner Drop-in Cooktops. The internal aluminum burner tubes that connect to the gas valves may fracture and cause a gas leak.
Remedy
Dealers will install a regulator support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2023. Owners may contact ATC customer service at 1-877-441-2440 ext. 342. ATC’s number for this recall is 23E-002.
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.
521337/521340 SDS2 FIELD RECALL KIT
INSTRUCTION SHEET
FOR STOCK NUMBERS 3031AST AND 3032AST
This kit is for remedy of SDS2 cooktops under NHTSA recall 23E-002.
Chronology :
Suburban Mfg notified of recall 22E-002. After review of the time period provided in the recall, it was determined that 757 toyhauler and quest trailers are potentially impacted by the recall. ATC determined the recall population and confirmed receipt of the impacted product on 2/21/23 and filed the claim.
23E002 Cooktop Gas Valves May Fracture Causing Gas Leak – Suburban SDS2 2-Burner Drop-in Cooktops
23E002 Cooktop Gas Valves May Fracture Causing Gas Leak – Suburban SDS2 2-Burner Drop-in Cooktops
6 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
ATC | QUEST | 2021-2023 |
ATC | TOYHAULER | 2021-2023 |
13 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-23V103-1251.pdf 645.994KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V103-5285.PDF 215.048KB
Recall 573 Report – February 21, 2023
RCLRPT-23V103-9644.PDF 215.032KB
Recall 573 Report – February 21, 2023
RCLRPT-23V103-6044.PDF 215.034KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-23V103-2793.pdf 444.013KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-23V103-6979.pdf 209.882KB
Recall 573 Report – March 16, 2023
RCLRPT-23V103-4551.PDF 215.324KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-23V103-4576.pdf 209.882KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-23V103-7486.pdf 213.335KB
Recall 573 Report – 4/14/2023
RCLRPT-23V103-9569.PDF 215.388KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2023-2
RCLQRT-23V103-3382.PDF 211.144KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2023-3
RCLQRT-23V103-0800.PDF 211.386KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-4
RCLQRT-23V103-2667.PDF 211.474KB
Latest Recalls Documents
For the Latest and Most Recent Recalls Information Visit the link below…
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=23V103&docType=RCL
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SEOCONTENT-START
PN: 206286
3-7-23
676 Broadway Street
Dayton, Tennessee 37321
423-775-2131
www.airxcel.com/suburban
521337/521340 SDS2 FIELD RECALL KIT
INSTRUCTION SHEET
FOR STOCK NUMBERS 3031AST AND 3032AST
This kit is for remedy of SDS2 cooktops under NHTSA recall 23E-002.
Warranty Flat Rate Labor Time 0.25 hrs.
KIT 521337 CONSISTS OF:
(1) BRACKET ASSEMBLY WITH TAPE, PN 064351
(2) SCREW, #6 X .375”, PN 122292
(1) STICKER, CSA SDS2 12VDC, PN 194462 (USED FOR REMEDY OF STOCK NUMBER 3032AST)
(1) LOCTITE 243 THREADLOCKER, PN 410350
KIT 521340 CONSISTS OF:
(1) BRACKET ASSEMBLY WITH TAPE, PN 064351
(2) SCREW, #6 X .375”, PN 122292
(1) STICKER, CSA SDS2 1.5VDC, PN 194460 (USED FOR REMEDY OF STOCK NUMBER 3031AST)
(1) LOCTITE 243 THREADLOCKER, PN 410350
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Open glass lid.
2. Remove (4) black glass bumpers from each corner of the appliance.
3. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screws under each bumper. This will retract the clamping mechanism that attaches the cooktop to the countertop.
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4. Close glass lid.
5. Lift cooktop free of countertop and place bottom side up on soft working surface. If gas supply piping does not allow removal of cooktop from countertop without disconnecting appliance, shut off the gas supply at the source and disconnect the flare fitting at the appliance. The appliance can now be removed.
6. Remove heat shield from bottom of appliance, setting heat shield, screws, and washers aside.
7. Visually inspect the gas tubes connecting the gas valve to the burner orifice holder for any cracks, splits, etc. Ensure no gas lines are loose by gently pulling the tubing along its axis away from each brass nut. Use only two fingers. If any gas lines are loose, stop the recall kit process and request a replacement unit by contacting Suburban Tech Support at 574-247-9235, option 5.
8. Clean bottom of main top near regulator with a 50/50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and water.
9. Peel red liner from tape on bottom of bracket assembly (064351).
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10. Place bracket assembly over regulator and align screw holes. (Ensure regulator mounting surface is parallel to bottom of main top.)
11. Attach bracket to regulator with two screws (122292).
12. Apply force of 15 lbs. minimum to regulator bracket to firmly adhere VHB tape. (Minimum application temperature of 50°F. If necessary, heat tape and application surfaces prior to adhesion.)
13. Reinstall heat shield using retained screws and washers.
14. Cover “3031AST” with sticker (194460) or cover “3032AST” with sticker (194462) on large heat shield sticker. Clean oily residue as required for proper label adhesion.
15. Turn unit over and open glass lid.
16. Remove both burner control knobs.
17. Using needle nose pliers, remove top nut securing the left valve to the main top. Your cooktop may have one or two nuts securing each gas valve.
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18. Tighten bottom nut if your cooktop had two nuts on each gas valve.
19. Snip tip of Loctite 243 (410350) and apply one drop of threadlocker to approximately 2nd valve thread if each valve has two nuts. Apply one drop of threadlocker to approximately the 4th thread if each valve has only one nut.
20. Install top nut and torque to 20 in-lb.
21. Reinstall control knob.
22. Repeat steps 16 through 20 for the right control.
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23. Reinstallation of unit is reverse of removal. (Steps 1-5) If the gas supply was disconnected, reconnect the gas supply piping and turn on the gas supply. Check for any leaks using an appropriate leak check procedure. See the Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual that came with the appliance for more information.
24. This completes the recall remedy steps.
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The Aluminum Trailer Company
751 N. Tomahawk Trail P.O. Box 396
Nappanee, IN 46550
(877) 441-2440
April 17, 2023
RE: IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN
The Aluminum Trailer Company # 23V-103
Dear Customer Name:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
The Aluminum Trailer Company (“ATC”) has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2021-2023 ATC Toyhauler and Quest trailers specifically with a Suburban SDS2- 2 burner cooktop that was manufactured by ATC from December 2020 to January 2023.
! Important !
▪ Your ATC Toyhauler or Quest trailer specifically with a Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop is being recalled.
▪ You should contact the dealer you made your purchase from or contact ATC to find a qualified service facility near you.
Why Is A Recall Being Conducted?
If the trailer specified has a Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop installed, the internal aluminum burner tube connected to the gas valve may fracture from excessive vibration or shock. The tube may crack resulting in a gas leak when the gas valve is opened to use the appliance. The resulting gas may result in a fire and/or explosion which could result in personal injury. Safety of all past and present ATC trailers is our top priority.
Our records indicate that you purchased model — Model # model trailer; VIN VIN #; Dealer in – Purchase Month, Year. If you are still the current owner of the trailer, we need your help to make arrangements to inspect this trailer.
What We Will Do
ATC will remedy the defect without charge to you by repairing or replacing the existing Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop. ATC will supply the required parts kit and work instructions for the repair. Once contact has been made with a dealer you can expect the dealer to receive the parts in two weeks’ time. ATC will reimburse any customer who incurred costs to repair the defect before our notification was sent.
What You Should Do
Please contact Customer Support at The Aluminum Trailer Company by mail, P.O. Box 396 Nappanee, IN 46550; by phone (877) 441-2440, or electronic mail customersupport@atctrailers.com. We will then make arrangements to refer you to the closest dealer to make the required repairs. We estimate the time to perform the labor required to correct the defect to be 0.25 hours. Please ask the dealer directly if you wish to know how much additional time will be needed to schedule and process your trailer.
If you have already paid to have your trailer repaired for this condition, you may be eligible for reimbursement of the charges you paid for the repair or replacement, as applicable. To learn more about what you need to do to obtain reimbursement, contact Customer Support above.
If you are a lessor, Federal law requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.
What if you no longer own the trailer
If you have sold or traded your trailer, please let us know by contacting customer support by phone (877) 441-2440 or electronic mail customersupport@atctrailers.com or via the link on atctrailers.com website.
After contacting the ATC customer support number, if you still are not able to have the safety defect remedied without charge and within a reasonable time, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov, if you believe that ATC has failed or is unable to remedy the defect or noncompliance without charge.
We take great pride in the quality and safety of our products. Your participation in this process helps us achieve our goal of continuing to provide our customers with many more years of safe travel trailer use. We are sorry for this inconvenience; however, we have taken this action in the interest of your safety and continued satisfaction with our products.
Sincerely,
The Aluminum Trailer Company
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The Aluminum Trailer Company
751 N. Tomahawk Trail P.O. Box 396
Nappanee, IN 46550
(877) 441-2440
April 17, 2023
RE: IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTIFICATION – NHTSA Recall Notice 22V-103 – ATC Toyhauler and Quest Trailers with a Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop
To: All Dealers
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
The Aluminum Trailer Company (“ATC”) has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2021-2023 ATC Toyhauler and Quest trailers specifically with a Suburban SDS2- 2 burner cooktop that was manufactured by ATC from December 2020 to January 2023.
If the trailer specified has a Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop installed, the internal aluminum burner tube connected to the gas valve may fracture from excessive vibration or shock. The tube may crack resulting in a gas leak when the gas valve is opened to use the appliance. The resulting gas may result in a fire and/or explosion which could result in personal injury. Safety of all past and present ATC trailers is our top priority.
Owners will be notified by mail about the recall. ATC will remedy the defect without charge by repairing or replacing the existing Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop. ATC will supply the required parts kit and work instructions for the repair. We estimate the time to perform the labor required to correct the defect to be 0.25 hours. There is no cost to owners for this recall. ATC will reimburse any customer who incurred costs to repair the defect before our notification was sent.
Please be reminded that it is a violation of Federal law for you to sell or lease the trailers covered by this notification until this recall has been performed on these trailers. Substantial civil penalties apply to violations of this law.
Your assistance with this recall is appreciated. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Customer Support at The Aluminum Trailer Company by mail, P.O. Box 396 Nappanee, IN 46550; by phone (877) 441-2440, or electronic mail customersupport@atctrailers.com.
Sincerely,
The Aluminum Trailer Company
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The Aluminum Trailer Company
751 N. Tomahawk Trail P.O. Box 396
Nappanee, IN 46550
(877) 441-2440
April 17, 2023
RE: IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTIFICATION – NHTSA Recall Notice 22V-103 – ATC Toyhauler and Quest Trailers with a Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop
To: All Dealers
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
The Aluminum Trailer Company (“ATC”) has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2021-2023 ATC Toyhauler and Quest trailers specifically with a Suburban SDS2- 2 burner cooktop that was manufactured by ATC from December 2020 to January 2023.
If the trailer specified has a Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop installed, the internal aluminum burner tube connected to the gas valve may fracture from excessive vibration or shock. The tube may crack resulting in a gas leak when the gas valve is opened to use the appliance. The resulting gas may result in a fire and/or explosion which could result in personal injury. Safety of all past and present ATC trailers is our top priority.
Owners will be notified by mail about the recall. ATC will remedy the defect without charge by repairing or replacing the existing Suburban SDS2-2 burner cooktop. ATC will supply the required parts kit and work instructions for the repair. We estimate the time to perform the labor required to correct the defect to be 0.25 hours. There is no cost to owners for this recall. ATC will reimburse any customer who incurred costs to repair the defect before our notification was sent.
Please be reminded that it is a violation of Federal law for you to sell or lease the trailers covered by this notification until this recall has been performed on these trailers. Substantial civil penalties apply to violations of this law.
Your assistance with this recall is appreciated. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Customer Support at The Aluminum Trailer Company by mail, P.O. Box 396 Nappanee, IN 46550; by phone (877) 441-2440, or electronic mail customersupport@atctrailers.com.
Sincerely,
The Aluminum Trailer Company
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) FEB 21, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-103 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23E-002 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) Address : 751 N Tomahawk Trail
Nappanee IN 46650
Company phone : 574-773-2440 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 757 Estimated percentage with defect : 11 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 ATC Toyhauler and Quest Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS
Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : In conjunction with recall issued by Suburban Manufacturing (22E-002), All SDS2 two burner cooktops issued to ATC during the established timeline of 1/16/18 through 1/11/23. 757 ATC toyhaulers and quest trailers that were built during that time period that use the Suburban SDS2 2 burner drop in cooktop question are impacted Production Dates : DEC 16, 2020 – JAN 31, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 5JX1C2425MD221925 End : 5JX1U2428PE230663 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Suburban Mfg has advised on Recall 23E-002 that certian vehicles equipped with SDS2- 2 burner drop in cooktops that were supplied during the period of 1/16/18 to 1/11/23 may have a burner tube that could crack resulting in a propane leak.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : The internal aluminum burner tube connected the gas valve may fracture
from excessive vibration or shock and may crack resulting in a gas leak when the gas valve is opened to use the appliance. The resulting gas may result in a fire and/or explosion which could result in personal injury
Description of the Cause : The internal aluminum burner tube that connects the gas valves to the cooktop burners may fracture from excessive vibration or shock experienced through
travel. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103 Page 2 Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The owner could possibly head a louder than nornma hissing sound or small propane odor when the cooktop gas valve is the in the on position. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : SDS2- 2 Burner Drop In Cooktop Component Description : 2 burner drop in cooktop Component Part Number : 0017890 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Suburban Manufacturing Co Address : 676 Broadway
Dayton Tennessee 37321
Country : United States Chronology :
Suburban Mfg notified of recall 22E-002. After review of the time period provided in the recall, it was determined that 757 toyhauler and quest trailers are potentially impacted by the recall. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : TBD – Awaiting repair insturctions and plan for reimbursement from
Suburban. How Remedy Component Differs NR from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition NR was Corrected in Production : Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Recall notification will begin on 4/17/23 and be completed by 4/21/23. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Owners will be notified via first class mail. Dealers will be notified via email with return receipts
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) APR 14, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-103 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23E-002 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) Address : 751 N Tomahawk Trail
Nappanee IN 46650
Company phone : 574-773-2440 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 757 Estimated percentage with defect : 11 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 ATC Toyhauler and Quest Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS
Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : In conjunction with recall issued by Suburban Manufacturing (22E-002), All SDS2 two burner cooktops issued to ATC during the established timeline of 1/16/18 through 1/11/23. 757 ATC toyhaulers and quest trailers that were built during that time period that use the Suburban SDS2 2 burner drop in cooktop question are impacted Production Dates : DEC 16, 2020 – JAN 31, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 5JX1C2425MD221925 End : 5JX1U2428PE230663 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Suburban Mfg has advised on Recall 23E-002 that certian vehicles equipped with SDS2- 2 burner drop in cooktops that were supplied during the period of 1/16/18 to 1/11/23 may have a burner tube that could crack resulting in a propane leak.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : The internal aluminum burner tube connected the gas valve may fracture
from excessive vibration or shock and may crack resulting in a gas leak when the gas valve is opened to use the appliance. The resulting gas may result in a fire and/or explosion which could result in personal injury
Description of the Cause : The internal aluminum burner tube that connects the gas valves to the cooktop burners may fracture from excessive vibration or shock experienced through
travel. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103 Page 2 Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The owner could possibly head a louder than nornma hissing sound or small propane odor when the cooktop gas valve is the in the on position. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : SDS2- 2 Burner Drop In Cooktop Component Description : 2 burner drop in cooktop Component Part Number : 0017890 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Suburban Manufacturing Co Address : 676 Broadway
Dayton Tennessee 37321
Country : United States Chronology :
Suburban Mfg notified of recall 22E-002. After review of the time period provided in the recall, it was determined that 757 toyhauler and quest trailers are potentially impacted by the recall. ATC determined the recall population and confirmed receipt of the impacted product on 2/21/23 and filed the claim. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : ATC will supply replacement materials if needed as they will be supplied
by Suburban under the recall. ATC will supply the parts kit needed to make the repairs. Repair time of 0.25 hours will be alloted for the repair. Parts will be sent out within 2 weeks of the repair request. If a customer or dealer have incurred costs for the cooktop that would have been covered with this repair, those costs will be reimbursed. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The repair kit consists of a support bracket with tape, screws, loctite and a decal identifier for the remedy of the stock number for future identification.
Suburban corrected this issue on all new production/inventory as of 1/12/23 per notification received. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Recall notification will begin on 4/17/23 and be completed by 4/21/23.
Owners will be notified via first class mail. Dealers will be notified via email with return receipts
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) FEB 21, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-103 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23E-002 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) Address : 751 N Tomahawk Trail
Nappanee IN 46650
Company phone : 574-773-2440 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 757 Estimated percentage with defect : 11 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 ATC Toyhauler and Quest Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS
Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : In conjunction with recall issued by Suburban Manufacturing (22E-002), All SDS2 two burner cooktops issued to ATC during the established timeline of 1/16/18 through 1/11/23. 757 ATC toyhaulers and quest trailers that were built during that time period that use the Suburban SDS2 2 burner drop in cooktop question are impacted Production Dates : DEC 16, 2020 – JAN 31, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 5JX1C2425MD221925 End : 5JX1U2428PE230663 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Suburban Mfg has advised on Recall 23E-002 that certian vehicles equipped with SDS2- 2 burner drop in cooktops that were supplied during the period of 1/16/18 to 1/11/23 may have a burner tube that could crack resulting in a propane leak.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : The internal aluminum burner tube connected the gas valve may fracture
from excessive vibration or shock and may crack resulting in a gas leak when the gas valve is opened to use the appliance. The resulting gas may result in a fire and/or explosion which could result in personal injury
Description of the Cause : The internal aluminum burner tube that connects the gas valves to the cooktop burners may fracture from excessive vibration or shock experienced through
travel. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103 Page 2 Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The owner could possibly head a louder than nornma hissing sound or small propane odor when the cooktop gas valve is the in the on position. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : SDS2- 2 Burner Drop In Cooktop Component Description : 2 burner drop in cooktop Component Part Number : 0017890 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Suburban Manufacturing Co Address : 676 Broadway
Dayton Tennessee 37321
Country : United States Chronology :
Suburban Mfg notified of recall 22E-002. After review of the time period provided in the recall, it was determined that 757 toyhauler and quest trailers are potentially impacted by the recall. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : TBD – Awaiting repair insturctions and plan for reimbursement from
Suburban. How Remedy Component Differs NR from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition NR was Corrected in Production : Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Recall notification will begin on 4/17/23 and be completed by 4/21/23. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Owners will be notified via first class mail. Dealers will be notified via email with return receipts
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) FEB 20, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-103 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23E-002 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) Address : 751 N Tomahawk Trail
Nappanee IN 46650
Company phone : 574-773-2440 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 757 Estimated percentage with defect : 11 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 ATC Toyhauler and Quest Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS
Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : In conjunction with recall issued by Suburban Manufacturing (22E-002), All SDS2 two burner cooktops issued to ATC during the established timeline of 1/16/18 through 1/11/23. 757 ATC toyhaulers and quest trailers that were built during that time period that use the Suburban SDS2 2 burner drop in cooktop question are impacted Production Dates : DEC 16, 2020 – JAN 31, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 5JX1C2425MD221925 End : 5JX1U2428PE230663 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Suburban Mfg has advised on Recall 23E-002 that certian vehicles equipped with SDS2- 2 burner drop in cooktops that were supplied during the period of 1/116/18 to 1/11/23 may have a burner tube that could crack resulting in a propane leak.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : The interial aluminum burner tube connected the gas valve may fracture from excessive vibration or shock and may crack resulting in a gas leak when the gas valve is opened to use the appliaaance. The resulting gas may result in a fire and/or explosion whcih could result in personal injury
Description of the Cause : The internal aluminum burner tube that connects the gas valves to the cooktop burners may fracture from excessive vibration or shock experienced through
travel. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103 Page 2 Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The owner could possibly head a louder than nornma hissing sound or small propane odor when the cooktop gas valve is the in the on position. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : SDS2- 2 Burner Drop In Cooktop Component Description : 2 burner drop in cooktop Component Part Number : 0017890 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Suburban Manufacturing Co Address : 676 Broadway
Dayton Tennessee 37321
Country : United States Chronology :
Suburban Mfg notified of recall 22E-002. After review of the time period provided in the recall, it was determined that 757 toyhauler and quest trailers are potentially impacted by the recall. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : TBD – Awaiting repair insturctions and plan for reimbursement from
Suburban. How Remedy Component Differs NR from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition NR was Corrected in Production : Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Recall notification will begin on 4/17/23 and be completed by 4/21/23. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Owners will be notified via first class mail. Dealers will be notified via email with return receipts
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) MAR 16, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-103 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23E-002 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) Address : 751 N Tomahawk Trail
Nappanee IN 46650
Company phone : 574-773-2440 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 757 Estimated percentage with defect : 11 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 ATC Toyhauler and Quest Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS
Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : In conjunction with recall issued by Suburban Manufacturing (22E-002), All SDS2 two burner cooktops issued to ATC during the established timeline of 1/16/18 through 1/11/23. 757 ATC toyhaulers and quest trailers that were built during that time period that use the Suburban SDS2 2 burner drop in cooktop question are impacted Production Dates : DEC 16, 2020 – JAN 31, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 5JX1C2425MD221925 End : 5JX1U2428PE230663 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Suburban Mfg has advised on Recall 23E-002 that certian vehicles equipped with SDS2- 2 burner drop in cooktops that were supplied during the period of 1/16/18 to 1/11/23 may have a burner tube that could crack resulting in a propane leak.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : The internal aluminum burner tube connected the gas valve may fracture
from excessive vibration or shock and may crack resulting in a gas leak when the gas valve is opened to use the appliance. The resulting gas may result in a fire and/or explosion which could result in personal injury
Description of the Cause : The internal aluminum burner tube that connects the gas valves to the cooktop burners may fracture from excessive vibration or shock experienced through
travel. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103 Page 2 Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The owner could possibly head a louder than nornma hissing sound or small propane odor when the cooktop gas valve is the in the on position. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : SDS2- 2 Burner Drop In Cooktop Component Description : 2 burner drop in cooktop Component Part Number : 0017890 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Suburban Manufacturing Co Address : 676 Broadway
Dayton Tennessee 37321
Country : United States Chronology :
Suburban Mfg notified of recall 22E-002. After review of the time period provided in the recall, it was determined that 757 toyhauler and quest trailers are potentially impacted by the recall. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : ATC will supply replacement materials if needed as they will be supplied
by Suburban under the recall. ATC will supply the parts kit needed to make the repairs. Repair time of 0.25 hours will be alloted for the repair. Parts will be sent out within 2 weeks of the repair request. If a customer or dealer have incurred costs for the cooktop that would have been covered with this repair, those costs will be reimbursed. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The repair kit consists of a support bracket with tape, screws, loctite and a decal identifier for the remedy of the stock number for future identification.
Suburban corrected this issue on all new production/inventory as of 1/12/23 per notification received. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-103
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Recall notification will begin on 4/17/23 and be completed by 4/21/23.
Owners will be notified via first class mail. Dealers will be notified via email with return receipts
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 21, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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