A Few Thoughts on the Norcold 1200 series Refrigerator

Some people may be unaware that the Nocold 1200 series RV refrigerator has had a active recall for the better part of a decade due to failure and fires. I was called out on an emergency for a cooling unit failure. I was surprised to find that the tubing cracked and ruptured very close to the burner. Luckily, the unit was running on 120vac so there was no flame or fire. I do like Norcold units in general, and I do feel that making them responsible for a unit well over 15 years old seems ridiculous. But I do know the aftermath, and as such, recommend replacing the cooling unit on any unit over ten years old even if it's working. I am not convinced that the recall module is a good defense for all failures and fires. Thanks!