NHTSA Recall 05V166000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V166000; Date: Apr. 25, 2005
This loss of hydraulic fluid causes the power steering feature to not function. This can result in loss of vehicle control, personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Fleetwood American Eagle; 2005 Fleetwood American Eagle; 2004 Fleetwood American Tradition; 2005 Fleetwood American Tradition; 2005 Fleetwood Revolution Le
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Affected Units:: 729
Recall Summary:
On certain class a motor homes, a pneumatic line can become pinched between the hydraulic filter and a compartment door strut. The chaffing caused by opening and closing of the compartment door can cause the filter to rupture and result in a hydraulic fluid leak.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect, replace or repair damaged lines and relocate the affected hydraulic lines free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2005. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-435-7345.
Recall Notes:
Fleetwood recall no. 50415. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 15, 2005
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