Recall 15V814 affects 1 2013 Showhauler Motorhome vehicle for an Atwood water heater overheating defect. Repair is free at any franchised Showhauler dealer.
Showhauler is recalling 1 2013 Motorhome equipped with an Atwood on demand water heater because the water and gas valve can overheat water at the hot water tap. Steam or overheated water can scald the operator and increase the risk of injury, and Showhauler dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Atwood on demand water heater in the 2013 Showhauler Motorhome heats water as it moves through the unit, instead of storing hot water in a tank. Water and gas valves work together inside the heater: one controls flow through the unit, and the other controls the burner that heats that flow before it reaches the hot water tap.
On the affected Motorhome, the water flow adjustment in the poppet valve was set too low or shifted during transit. At .3 gal/minute or less, water moves through the heater too slowly. The burner keeps adding heat while the flow is restricted, so the water at the hot tap becomes hotter than intended and creates a scald risk.
There is no warning sign before failure. The tap, heater switch, and normal plumbing controls can look ordinary even when the valve setting lets the water overheat.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Showhauler Motorhome | Water heater |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2013 Showhauler Motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Hot water can overheat and release steam. That steam can scald the operator and increase the risk of injury. Limit use of the water heater until the recall work is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Showhauler dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Showhauler Motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Showhauler dealer to schedule the free Atwood water-heater remedy kit that corrects the overheating hot-water tap.
- Call Atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131 with questions, and reference recall number 15V814 when you call.
- Use caution around hot water until the repair is complete. Keep hands and passengers away from steam at the hot-water tap.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Showhauler technician installs the Atwood remedy kit for the on demand water heater so the water and gas valve no longer lets the heater overheat water at the hot water tap. The recall repair is free, including the remedy kit and related labor. If you paid out of pocket to fix this Atwood water heater defect before receiving the recall notice, Atwood's reimbursement plan covers those costs. Bring the repair invoice or other documentation to the service desk and ask Showhauler or Atwood customer service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 3, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| January 21, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V814?
Recall 15V814 covers 1 2013 Showhauler Motorhome equipped with an Atwood on demand water heater with a water and gas valve defect. The defect can overheat water at the hot water tap and expose the operator to steam or scald injury.
What should I do if my 2013 Showhauler Motorhome is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V814. If it is, contact Showhauler service or Atwood customer service and ask for the free water heater remedy kit. Reference recall 15V814 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost. For this recall, Atwood provides the remedy kit free of charge for the affected on demand water heater.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is scald injury from overheated water or steam at the hot water tap. The affected Atwood water heater has a water and gas valve problem that can overheat the water supply. Avoid using the hot water system until the remedy is completed.
When did the remedy become available?
The recall remedy began on January 21, 2016. Showhauler notified the owner, and Atwood provides the free remedy kit for the affected water heater. Have recall 15V814 ready when contacting service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V814000 |
|---|---|
| Showhauler customer service | 1-574-264-2131 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V814 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V814000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →