failures

  1. jberndt-FRF

    Common DEF System Failures in Pre-2016 Entegra Classics: Causes and Workarounds

    I have a 2015 Anthem with 70,000 miles. The only problem I have had is a NOX sensor went bad. I replaced it myself for less than $100. Recently, I received an email from someone that makes DEF simulators and he said that the DEF system on pre 2016 models tend to fail at about 70k miles. I'm...
  2. MC

    Awning Light Failures on 2025 38FBRK—Common Problem or Isolated Issue?

    Our dealer has had to replace awning lights on both awnings (at different times within the first year). The lights used to work but failed at different times. By failed I mean they would only come on very dim. The dealer said this often happens with awning lights. This was surprising to me. In...
  3. Scousers

    Electric Tailgate Failures: Solutions and Workarounds for Fifth Wheel Hookup

    I think this was an unusual problem! Visiting (rainy) San Diego, went to open F250 tailgate and the electric latch makes noises but would not open. Now I cannot hook up the Reflection! Asked AI and went through a litany of rabbit holes that lead nowhere. Called two Ford dealers and could not...
  4. AH

    Frequent Sail Switch Failures on Atwood Heater—Quality or Installation Issue?

    My 2015 Pinnacle 36RSQS heater had no problems for 9 years. Then the 40k Atwood heater had a sail switch issue. In the past 5 months, I've replaced 3 switches. Is this normal? Are the replacement switches of cheap quality? Of course on this unit, I have to unpack the entire storage area...
  5. LY

    Axle and Suspension Failures on 2021 Fuzion 397: Overload or Design Issue?

    Hi all! Had an issue with leaf springs and axel flattening out. Before I left, I had my local dealer service , inspect and repack bearings and check entire suspension system plus do PM on entire trailer. I loaded 2 street glide Harleys in the garage and headed to Sturgis SD from NC last August...
  6. JI

    Repeated Furnace Failures in Jayco Units: Dometic DFLD 40121/40111 Overheating Issues

    I have a 2019 bungalow and have had to replace the furnace (Dometic DFLD 40121) twice due to deterioration of the heating chamber tubing leading to exhaust gases (CO) entering into the ducting and posing fire risk. wondering if anyone else has experienced this issue?
  7. JJ

    Furnace and Heat Pump Failures in Cold Weather: Troubleshooting a 2021 3121RL

    Not a good time for heat to quit. We run a 2021 3121RL with Legacy SO we also have iNCommand. First our furnace failed to fire. It would run fan, open gas valve and attempt to light. No fire. I spent the day diagnosing, part replacement. No progress (igniter checked out, sail switch OK...
  8. LI

    Disintegrated Brakes

    I have a 2023 Montana High Country 331RL with under 3,000 miles. My tires are Rainer 235/80 R16, G rated at 110 PSI. Last spring while returning to Niagara Falls from Florida we experienced a blow out on the left front tire, near Columbia SC. Had the spare put on and made it home. Prior to...
  9. AJMike

    Thor Gemini and the Firefly system

    I have a 2026 Thor Gemini 24KB and the Firefly system is pretty much the only way to view and/or control stuff in the RV. That was OK when I first got the unit but has turned into a bit of a nightmare, or at least a bad dream, lately. My wife complains that she can not control the lights in the...
  10. Ohiosnowbird

    SCHWINTEK IN-WALL SLIDEOUT SYSTEM Failure. Thor specific and general information as well

    So we took a trip in October to verify all systems were OK for our 4 month trip starting in December. Everything worked fine except we noticed the slide motors were out of sync which left the one side not retracted by about 1-2” while still at the park. We wanted to get any problem there was...
  11. DE

    Furnace out - check your sail switch!

    Have a 2024 Sunset Park Sun-Lite 19BH with a Dometic furnace. Had issues with the furnace working at altitude and then even at 3,000 feet. Our trailer does not have the access panel to the rear of the furnace, but removal was much less traumatic than I expected.... Sure enough, sail switch had...
  12. DR

    High pressure fuel pump fails

    after many yeas of traveling our 2000 Cummins ISC 8.3 litre engine suddenly stopped running on I 95 in Florida. had to have the coach towed in. $1400 tow bill. 112k miles on engine. after a nearly a $7000 repair we are running again. Thankfully no one was hurt, you loose steering when the engine...
  13. CK

    Slide Out Problems

    2021 Cougar 368MBI. Main slide, the Dinette/reclining chairs slide would not open. Kept hearing clicking from motor. Then it opened mysteriously. Now have same issue with bedroom slide but this time it is still not opening. I checked and no obstructions. Any ideas would be appreciated.
  14. TL

    Remember to tighten those hitch bolts!!

    Don't be this guy
  15. Pappy1949

    2016ACE 30.1 Electrical Issues

    Getting ready to roll on a weeklong trip my jacks wouldn't retract. Also, the dash entertainment/rear camera didn't come on. Because of the reason for the trip, I decided to go and just use my mirrors to drive. Several issues surfaced, all seemed to start at the same time. leveling jacks...
  16. toitel54

    22 Adventurer 35F screws dropping left and right

    Both the sliding door to the rear bathroom and the master bedroom sliding doors can not keep their top rail screws in. Maybe it's the rough roads in NJ and PA, but I have had to epoxy oversized screws in over the past year. I also lost the hinge screws on the 1/2 bath lower cabinet. Again...
  17. SA

    Freightliner with cummins 6.7 fan hub failure

    My 2008 Winnebago with the freightliner chassis and 6.7 cummins is currently in the shop due to the fan hub shearing the 4 mounting bolts and falling off. I have read on this platform as well as others that this has been an issue for many other owners. As such I am looking for any supporting...
  18. FI

    Heater/Furnace not working

    Our furnace stopped working a few days ago. We used to hear 2 clicks, and it would come on. Now we don't hear any clicks. We have tried to locate the model numbers, but cannot seem to identify the issue. Please help, we are cold.
  19. ZC

    2004 Itasca Suncruiser Electrical Issue

    Multiple electrical components (driver/passenger sunvisors, digital compass/exterior temp panel, and passenger captain chair light) stopped at the same time, so I believe there is an issue with a circuit/fuse, but can’t figure out which fuse. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
  20. Ohiosnowbird

    Furnace troubles - it could have been worse

    Honey is there anything we should be doing to maintain the furnace? Filters? Air intake? Vent cleaning? Why no, not that I know about. Blower starts. Propane lights. Nice and toasty. Blower starts. Propane lights. Nice and toasty. Blower starts. Propane lights. Nice and toasty. Blower...
  21. quiglenj

    Repeated Converter Failures: Is Poor Ventilation to Blame in 2500RL?

    4 years ago I replaced our WFCO 8955 converter with a Progressive Dynamics 4655. I did not opt for the lithium version and I wanted a different brand converter since the OEM WFCO converter failed after less than 2 years of use. Original Post of this replacement: New Converter and Surge...
  22. kendive

    Preventing MC4 Connector Failures When Upgrading RV Solar Systems

    So we have a 2025 Rockwood 2515S and it came with the one 200 watt solar panel and the cheap PWM controller. etc... I got on the roof and tried to unplug the original panel because I was upgrading to an MPPT and switching the panels I added a second 200 watt in series. I found the original...
  23. ajg617

    Well, I'm about done - this happened today

    Well folks, I'm about done. Have 0 miles/no nights (other than 15 miles to/from dealer to perform stair recall) on RV since return from factory repairs in January (medical issues). I've had the slide outs in and out several times to check repairs and cleaning and they must have been in/out 100...
  24. RA

    Brake Wire Splice Failures on Grand Design Trailers: Causes & DIY Fixes

    Just to alert everyone to what I suspect is a potential problem for many of us. Two wire splices connecting the brake wires from the underside of the trailer to both axles failed, leaving both brakes on the left side without power. The splices connect three wires each. They are the type that...
  25. Second Chance

    Is it just me?...

    We have the house and travel trailer on the market and our 337RLS locked in at our local dealer (going full-time). While we've been in "the process" the past few months, the number of postings on this forum regarding near-catastrophic failures has seemed to increase several fold. The three main...

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