Recall 13V217000: 2014 American Coach American Revolution, 2014 Fleetwood Bounder, 2014 Fleetwood Discovery +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 22, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 184
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2014 American Revolution, Bounder, Discovery, Expedition, and Southwind motorhomes. Fasteners that attach the solar panel may become loose during normal use.
The risk
A loose solar panel may separate from the vehicle during travel. This may cause personal injury and/or a road hazard to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Fleetwood will notify owners, and dealers will install new locking nuts to secure the solar panel, free of charge. The recall began on June 13, 2013. Owners may contact Fleetwood RV at 1-800-322-8216. Fleetwood's recall number is 130517FRV.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 American Coach American Revolution
- 2014 Fleetwood Bounder
- 2014 Fleetwood Discovery
- 2014 Fleetwood Expedition
- 2014 Fleetwood Southwind
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V217000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 130517FRV
- Manufacturer
- Fleetwood RV, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 12, 2013
- Components
- Equipment (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