Recall 00V-204: 1999–2000 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel, 1996–2000 Fleetwood Discovery

FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jul 27, 2000, covering about 4,967 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-204
Report date
Jul 27, 2000
Vehicles affected
4,967
Owners notified
Aug 28, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: motor homes. The power steering gear box hydraulic lines are routed too close to a sharp edge. This can cause the lines to rupture and result in a hydraulic fluid leak.

The risk

This fluid leakage can cause loss of the power steering assist feature.

The fix

Dealers will inspect, replace or repair damaged hoses as necessary, and relocate the affected hydraulic lines.

Notes

Owner notification began august 28, 2000. 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).

Recall details

ManufacturerFLEETWOOD ENT., INC.
ComponentSteering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V204000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Fleetwood Bounder Diesel1999, 2000All years
Fleetwood Discovery1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-204?

Vehicle description: motor homes. The power steering gear box hydraulic lines are routed too close to a sharp edge. This can cause the lines to rupture and result in a hydraulic fluid leak.

How is recall 00V-204 fixed?

Dealers will inspect, replace or repair damaged hoses as necessary, and relocate the affected hydraulic lines.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.