Pilot model water heaters/gas valve leak
Defect Summary
Atwood is recalling 1,731 water heaters, models 96202, 96117, 96110, 94186, and 94180, manufactured between may 20 and june 9, 2008, installed as original equipment in various recreational vehicles and sold as aftermarket or replacement equipment. the water heaters were produced with gas vales that can leak internally.
Safety Consequence
A gas leak in the gas valve could cause a fire in the presence of an ignition source. additionally, if conditions were such that leaking propane could build, trapped in the enclosure or find its way into the cabin, any ignition source could cause an explosion.
Corrective Action
Atwood is working with the vehicle manufacturers to notify owners. the remedy is to replace the complete water heater or in those instances where the water heater is installed in a recreational vehicle, the valve will be replaced free of charge. each vehicle manufacturer will submit a defect report and file a remedy plan. the recall began on june 6, 2008. owners should contact their vehicle manufacturer for more information. if you have purchased a water heater as replacement equipment, you should contact atwood at 1-574-266-4826.
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FAQ: Recall 08E040000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08E040000?
NHTSA recall 08E040000 was issued by Atwood Mobile Products on June 17, 2008. It addresses: Pilot model water heaters/gas valve leak. The recall affects approximately 1,731 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Atwood Mobile Products dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08E040000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.