Recall 11V152 covers 38 2000-2006 Forest River Tsunami RVs with Norcold refrigerators that can overheat. Free remedy is available through Norcold dealers.
Forest River is recalling 38 2000-2006 Tsunami recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series Norcold refrigerators because the sensor or thermal switch can fail to shut off power fast enough during high heat from a hydrogen gas leak. That delay can leave the refrigerator energized long enough to start a fire, and the Forest River dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 1200-series Norcold refrigerator in the 2000-2006 Forest River Tsunami is more than a cooling box. It uses electric power to run the refrigerator, and its safety device, either a sensing algorithm or a thermal switch, is supposed to cut power when high temperatures are detected.
On affected Tsunami recreational vehicles, that shutoff protection does not respond fast enough. When the refrigerator reaches a high-temperature condition, the sensor algorithm or thermal switch does not stop power quickly enough, so the heat condition remains instead of being shut down as designed. That raises the risk of a refrigerator fire.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a smell, noise, light, or cooling change to tell you the refrigerator safety shutoff is too slow.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2000-2006 model years, with each listed model year tied to the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component.
| 2000 Forest River Tsunami | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2004 Forest River Tsunami | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2005 Forest River Tsunami | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2001 Forest River Tsunami | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2002 Forest River Tsunami | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2003 Forest River Tsunami | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2006 Forest River Tsunami | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 38 |
The model year narrows the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
The risk is a delayed refrigerator power shutoff during overheating from a hydrogen gas leak, which increases fire risk. The filing lists no warning sign before this failure. Schedule the recall work soon and avoid using the refrigerator until a dealer gives recall-specific guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Forest River dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2000-2006 Forest River Tsunami is included in this recall.
- Contact Norcold at 1-800-767-9101 before scheduling service, because this recall sends affected owners to Norcold dealers for the free remedy.
- Schedule the Norcold 1200-series refrigerator sensor or thermal-switch remedy that helps shut off power when high temperatures are detected.
- Reference recall number 11V152 when you call, and bring the Forest River or Norcold notice if you received one.
- Keep the refrigerator off until service is complete if it shows high-temperature or cooling trouble.
What happens at the repair
Forest River's filing says the repair path is through Norcold dealers. A Norcold dealer confirms the refrigerator is included and performs the Norcold remedy at no charge. Because the remedy status is not listed as available here, treat the final dealer step as free once the dealer confirms the repair is open for your vehicle. The affected part is the refrigerator shutoff protection, which is intended to cut power when high temperatures are detected. Ask the Forest River service desk or a Norcold dealer which refrigerator remedy applies to your Tsunami before the work starts.
Timeline
| March 1, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 14, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V152?
Recall 11V152 covers 38 2000-2006 Forest River Tsunami recreational vehicles equipped with Norcold 1200-series refrigerators. The refrigerator shutoff sensor or thermal switch does not stop power fast enough when high temperatures occur, which creates a fire risk. The Norcold remedy is free.
What should I do if my 2000-2006 Forest River Tsunami is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Tsunami is included in recall 11V152. If it is, contact a Norcold dealer for the free refrigerator remedy. Reference recall 11V152 and Norcold defect report 10E-049 when you call. Norcold can also be reached at 1-800-767-9101.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River's recall remedy directs owners to Norcold dealers for the refrigerator repair free of charge. Keep the recall number with your service paperwork.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is fire. The refrigerator shutoff sensor or thermal switch is meant to stop power when high temperatures are detected from a hydrogen gas leak. In this recall, that shutoff does not happen fast enough to prevent a fire.
What if I bought my Forest River Tsunami used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2000-2006 Forest River Tsunami is included, then contact a Norcold dealer and reference recall 11V152.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V152000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-800-767-9101 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V152 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V152000 |
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 →