NHTSA Recall 00V379000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V379000; Date: Nov. 17, 2000
This condition can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Fleetwood Prowler Ls 30 5g; 2001 Fleetwood Prowler Ls 30 5g; 2000 Fleetwood Terry Ex 30 5g; 2001 Fleetwood Terry Ex 30 5g; 2000 Fleetwood Wilderness Gl 30 5g; 2001 Fleetwood Wilderness Gl 30 5g
Component: Structure:frame And Members
Manufactured by: Fleetwood Ent. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,090
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: fifth wheel travel trailers. Excessive flexing and/or twisting of the chassis structure that supports and secures the center axle hangers can occur. Abnormal tire wear and tearing of the chassis main rails occurs.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reinforce the chassis by adding steel supports to the main chassis rails above the center axle hanger and will add a cross-member in the same area.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began December 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact fleetwood at 1-800-445-3307. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 27, 2000
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