Water heater may scald operator
Defect Summary
Columbia northwest, inc. (columbia) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 somerset e1 and santa fe recreational trailers manufactured november 1, 2012, to january 31, 2013, and equipped with atwood on demand water heaters. the water heaters have a water and gas valve that may cause the heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
The remedy for this recall is still under development. the recall began on january 15, 2016. owners may contact columbia customer service at 1-724-423-7440, or atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131. columbia's number for this recall is 15e-087.
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FAQ: Recall 15V801000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V801000?
NHTSA recall 15V801000 was issued by Columbia Northwest, Inc. on November 25, 2015. It addresses: Water heater may scald operator. The recall affects approximately 46 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Columbia Northwest, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V801000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15E-087. 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.