Platinum Horse Trailer recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 31, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Compass Conversions, LLC recalls 2014–2015 Platinum Horse Trailer

Recall number

15V890000

Brand / firm

Platinum, Bloomer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3 units

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

Compass Conversions, LLC (Compass Conversions) is recalling one model year 2014 Bloomer Horse Trailer and one 2015 Platinum Horse Trailer with Atwood Model on-demand water heaters. Additionally, one Atwood water heater from Compass Conversions inventory is being recalled. The affected on-demand water heaters have a gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.

What to do

Compass Conversions will notify the owners and Atwood dealers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2016. Owners may contact Compass Conversion customer service at 1-254-771-9909 or Atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.