Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03V344000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V344000 by Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.. Includes 1,100 affected units, FLEETWOOD/HYDRAULIC LEVELING JACK HOSES, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V344000

Manufacturer: Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-09-16T00:00:00

Subject: Fleetwood/hydraulic leveling jack hoses

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 1,100

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 30908

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect 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.

Consequence Summary: If the hydraulic fluid should ignite by an exhaust gas recirculating tube or other heat source, this could cause a fire.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-a28q-cpsu_56iy

NHTSA ID: 03V344000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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