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April 2013 RV Manufacturer Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has recently announced two recall notices involving two recreational vehicle/chassis manufacturers—Dutchmen Manufacturing and Forest River. Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling 10 model year 2013 Dutchmen 245RKS recreational vehicles for failing to … Continue reading
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Tagged Dutchmen RV, Forest River, recalls, recreational vehicle, RV Industry, RV recalls, safety, travel trailers
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February RV Manufacturer Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has recently announced five recall notices involving four recreational vehicle/chassis manufacturers—Entegra Coach, Navistar, Dutchmen Manufacturing, and Forest River. Entegra Coach Middlebury, Indiana-based Entegra Coach is recalling 37 model year 2013 Aspire Class A motorhomes … Continue reading
Motorhome purchased on Craigslist explodes
In recent posts I reported that four small dogs died and an RV was destroyed in a fire caused by a propane space heater, space heaters destroyed pets and RVs in two separate fires, and six other RV fires resulted … Continue reading
Posted in RV Safety
Tagged Buyer Beware, Craigslist, fire safety, propane safety, recreational vehicle, RV fires, RV scam, safety, scam artists
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6 RV Fires Result in 2 Deaths
Whether camping or just relaxing in your recreational vehicle, fire safety is essential. It is critical that every member of your party know what to do in an emergency or fire. If you are one of the millions of RV enthusiasts who … Continue reading
More Space Heater Fires Destroy Pets & RVs
Whether camping or just relaxing in your recreational vehicle, fire safety is essential. In an earlier post I reported that four small dogs died and an RV was destroyed in a fire caused by a propane space heater. In today’s post I … Continue reading
Propane Space Heater Fire Destroys RV & 4 Dogs
Studies show that fires in recreational vehicles, especially older units, tend to be more devastating than those in other forms of residence. Heating and electrical system malfunctions are the leading causes of fire in RVs. Together, they account for one-third … Continue reading
Somfy Introduces 3D Wind Sensor for RV Awnings
Dayton, New Jersey-based Somfy Systems Inc., a leading manufacturer of specialized motors and electronic controls for interior and exterior window coverings, announces the launch of the new SIMU Windy Hz Accel wind sensor designed exclusively for recreational vehicles. The 3D … Continue reading
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Tagged camping, recreational vehicle, RV awning, safety, Somfy, wind protection, wind sensor, Windy Hz Accel
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Super Bright Introduces New Line of LED Lights
Earth City, Missouri-based Super Bright LEDs, Inc. introduces its newest line of high-powered LED light bars and auxiliary lights. Designed for on- and off-road vehicle use, each waterproof light produces extraordinary light output, are highly efficient with a low power draw, … Continue reading
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Tagged LED lights, outdoor recreation, RV Industry, safety, Super Bright LEDs
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Tire Industry to Launch Consumer Safety Campaign
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) announced plans this week to develop an on-going consumer education campaign that will start in 2013. Each quarter, the association will launch a 3-5 minute video that supports TIA’s new tagline, “Tire Safety Starts Here”. … Continue reading