Recall 11V009000: 2010 Fleetwood Bounder, 2010–2011 Fleetwood Southwind
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 7, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 11
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Fleetwood is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 southwind and model year 2010 bounder class-a motor homes. The lpg tank can come into contact with the spring shackle carrier bolt and damage the lpg tank.
The risk
The damage has the potential to lead to an unintended release of lpg gas and could result in a fire which may lead to death, injury or loss of the vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will remove and inspect the propane tank and if necessary, replace the propane tank free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2011. Owners may contact fleetwood rv at 1-800-509-3418.
Notes
Fleetwood safety recall no. 110103frv.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Fleetwood Bounder
- 2010 Fleetwood Southwind
- 2011 Fleetwood Southwind
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V009000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 110103FRV
- Manufacturer
- FLEETWOOD RV, INC.
- Owner letters
- Mar 2, 2011
- Components
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:tank assembly (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology