New 2017 T@B S Repair Work

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This discussion was created from comments split from: Just exchanged my 2014 T@B for a 2017 Max S.

Decided to split these out since this was tagged on to an old discussion that really had nothing to do with it other then the OP having replaced their 2014 T@B with a 2017 T@B.

warren207

Our new 2017 T@B is in the shop for recall work as well as repairs due to Hail Damage last fall.  We are getting ancy for camping (we love winter camping) and they have not even started the work yet. We are hopeful that we will get it back soon. 

dsatwork

@warren207 Wow, I'm sorry to hear that your brand-new T@b is already in the shop for repairs. So how long have you had your 2017 T@b? Also, what is a T@b SQ? (Mike & Sara/2017 T@B SQ/Denver, CO) Just curious...they seem mutually exclusive...I know they do some custom work there..... but I didn't think there was enough room to do both styles. I would love to see some picks of your layout. Nevermind...I remember seeing somewhere you had a Q model....

gophergrad

Hi @warren207  - what recall work does your 2017 need already?  My 2017 CS-S is stored at the dealer for winter.  If there is recall work that needs to be done, I should have him do it now rather than in the spring!  Thanks

warren207

Recall on fridge and propane hose. Check with manufacturer and they will advise. I registered mine as soon as I took possession and received emails about recalls 

gophergrad

Thanks.  Registered ours right away too, haven't received any emails.

LauraRey

I bought my 2017 Max-S in December.  I asked the dealer to pull the fridge and check the hose.  They said my camper wasn't on the list of recalls.  I insisted they physically check it.  And, it needed the hoses adjusted and clamped.  They then had to call other folks who bought from them in the last year and ask them to bring in their trailer so they could check it.  Hope my experience is helpful to others.  My dealer was grateful and a bit chagrined.

ericnliz

LauraRey, Good call on being insistent about the fridge! Ours was on the recall list, and I checked it myself. Fortunately, the hoses were properly installed.  I  still contacted the warranty department at Pleasant Valley to let them know mine was not in need of repair. I would much rather be safe, than sorry later on.
warren207 and gophergrad, Absolutely agree on registering your trailer right away. Not only do you get recall info through emails, but when specials are run in the Tear Drop Shop, you get those as well. Also makes it easier for Elsie in parts when you're ordering things as well!

Nomad

You actually don't have to "pull" the fridge to check the hoses, just take the left cover off (five screws). In most cases you can fix the problem either thru there or the stovetop. Pulling/reinserting the fridge is a major pain.

ericnliz

PXL, Absolutely agree! Both the stove top and side panel are actually very easy to remove, gives you great access, and while you're there, you can check all the hose routing and connections as well. I found two that weren't tight enough while checking the hoses for the recall notice.