NHTSA Recall 03V344000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V344000; Date: Sep. 16, 2003
If the hydraulic fluid should ignite by an exhaust gas recirculating tube or other heat source, this could cause a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Fleetwood Bounder; 2004 Fleetwood Bounder; 2003 Fleetwood Pace Arrow; 2003 Fleetwood Southwind; 2004 Fleetwood Southwind
Component: Equipment:mechanical:jacks
Manufactured by: Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,100
Recall Summary:
On certain motorhomes built on workhorse chassis, the hydraulic hose operating the leveling jack system was routed so it places the hose too close to the engine exhaust. The hot exhaust can cause the hydraulic hose to melt or abrade, releasing hydraulic fluid.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace damaged hoses and relocate the affected hydraulic lines. Owner notification is expected to begin October 3, 2003. 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 1-800-322-8216.
Recall Notes:
Fleetwood recall no. 30908. Customers can 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: Oct 3, 2003
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