NHTSA Recall 98V282000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V282000; Date: Nov. 5, 1998
Hydraulic fluid leakage can be ignited by the engine's catalytic converter and cause a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Fleetwood Storm; 1999 Fleetwood Storm
Component: Equipment:mechanical:jacks
Manufactured by: Fleetwood Ent. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 31
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: class a motor homes. The hydraulic hoses which operate the leveling jack system were routed too close to the engine exhaust or near a sharp edge. The hot exhaust can cause the hose to melt, and a sharp edge could cut the hose, releasing hydraulic fluid.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the lines and, if necessary, replace and reroute the lines.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin during November 1998. 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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 18, 1998
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