Recall 11V083 covers 2 2006-2007 Trial Boss Sooner and Bloomer horse trailers with Norcold refrigerators. The fire-prevention shutoff is too slow. Remedy is free.
Trial Boss is recalling 2 2006-2007 Sooner and Bloomer horse trailers equipped with 1200-series Norcold refrigerators because the refrigerator shutoff system does not respond fast enough when high temperatures are detected. If a hydrogen gas leak causes overheating, delayed shutoff can leave the trailer at risk of fire; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The recalled equipment is the 1200-Series Norcold refrigerator installed in 2006-2007 Trial Boss Sooner and Bloomer horse trailers. The refrigerator has a safety shutoff system, either a sensing algorithm or a thermal switch, that is supposed to cut power when high temperatures are detected. That shutoff is meant to stop the refrigerator from continuing to heat in a way that creates a fire risk.
On these trailers, the shutoff response is too slow. The sensor algorithm or thermal switch does not stop power quickly enough after high temperatures are detected, so the refrigerator remains energized longer than designed. That delay defeats the protection built into the refrigerator and leaves the trailer exposed to the fire condition the shutoff is supposed to prevent.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not count on a smell, sound, light, or refrigerator behavior to identify the problem before the safety shutoff fails to respond in time.
Who's affected?
Includes the Sooner and Bloomer models from separate model years, both under the Equipment component.
| 2006 Trial Boss Sooner | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2007 Trial Boss Bloomer | Equipment |
| Units affected | 2 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a hydrogen gas leak overheats the refrigerator, the sensing algorithm or thermal switch can shut power off too late to prevent a fire. Schedule the recall remedy soon and stop using the refrigerator if you notice heat, gas odor, or unusual operation. Repair will be free at any franchised Trial Boss dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2007 Trial Boss Sooner or Bloomer trailer is included in this recall.
- Wait for owner instructions before using the refrigerator, or call Norcold at 1-800-767-9101 if no notice is available.
- Contact a Norcold dealer for the free refrigerator safety remedy that corrects the delayed high-temperature shutoff.
- Reference recall number 11V083 when you call so the dealer can match the trailer to the Norcold refrigerator recall.
- Avoid using the refrigerator until the free remedy is complete.
What happens at the repair
The source remedy does not describe the exact refrigerator repair. It says Trial Boss worked with Norcold to identify affected owners and direct them to Norcold dealers for the free remedy. Once the remedy is available, the dealer process centers on the Norcold refrigerator system that shuts off power when high temperatures are detected. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Keep any recall letter or refrigerator paperwork with the trailer records so the dealer can match the unit to the campaign.
Timeline
| December 16, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| January 26, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V083?
Recall 11V083 covers 2 2006-2007 Trial Boss Sooner and Bloomer horse trailers equipped with 1200-series Norcold refrigerators. The refrigerator shutoff device can fail to stop power fast enough during high temperatures from a hydrogen gas leak, which can lead to a fire.
What should I do if my 2006-2007 Trial Boss Sooner or Bloomer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 11V083. If it is, contact a Norcold dealer for the refrigerator remedy. Reference recall number 11V083 when you call, and use Norcold's listed recall phone number, 1-800-767-9101, for help finding the repair path.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall remedy to be provided at no cost, and the remedy record says owners will be instructed to contact Norcold dealers to receive the refrigerator repair free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The refrigerator has a shutoff system meant to stop power when high temperatures are detected from a hydrogen gas leak, but the system response time is not fast enough to prevent a fire in the affected trailers.
What if I bought this Trial Boss trailer used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Sooner or Bloomer is included, then contact a Norcold dealer and reference recall 11V083.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V083000 |
|---|---|
| Trial Boss customer service | 1-800-767-9101 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V083 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V083000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →