Equipment:other pieces:refrigerators
Defect Summary
Short circuits may occur in the eyebrow panel which is located in the front of the refrigerator.
Safety Consequence
If short circuits occur and develop into a fire,occupants of the rv or trailer would be at serious risk. the short circuitshave only occurred while the vehicle is parked and hooked up to alternatingcurrent (ac).
Corrective Action
Replace the entire panel, lights and wiring with an assembled unit continuing the electrical male connector completely contained in a fire retardant plastic sleeve.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Norcold Inc. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 89E018000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 89E018000?
NHTSA recall 89E018000 was issued by Norcold Inc. on June 20, 1989. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:refrigerators. The recall affects approximately 208,168 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Norcold Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89E018000 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.