NHTSA Recall 97V178000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V178000; Date: Oct. 7, 1997
This hydraulic fluid can ignite in the engine compartment causing a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Fleetwood Bounder; 1998 Fleetwood Bounder; 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow; 1998 Fleetwood Pace Arrow
Component: Equipment:mechanical:jacks
Manufactured by: Fleetwood Ent. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,915
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: class a motor homes. The hydraulic hoses which operate the leveling jack system is routed too close to the engine exhaust manifold causing the hose to melt, releasing hydraulic fluid.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect, replace any damaged hoses, and relocate the affected hydraulic lines.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin October 31, 1997. 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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 31, 1997
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