Recall 05V166000: 2004–2005 Fleetwood American Tradition and 2 other models

Report received

Apr 25, 2005

Manufacturer

Fleetwood enterprises, inc.

Potentially affected

729vehicles

Model years

2004–2005

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2004 Fleetwood American Eagle1 complaints
• 2005 Fleetwood American Eagle2 complaints
• 2004 Fleetwood American Tradition2 complaints
• 2005 Fleetwood American Tradition4 complaints
• 2005 Fleetwood Revolution Le1 complaints