Recall 07V-308: 2008 Fleetwood Jamboree, 2008 Fleetwood Tioga
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Jul 16, 2007, covering about 56 vehicles.
The problem
On certain class c motor homes, the front axle weight, in an unloaded condition, may exceed the front gross axle weight rating (Gawr) of 4600 pounds.
The risk
Overloading or exceeding the front gawr may create axle fatigue or failure resulting in a loss of vehicle control and/or a crash.
The fix
Fleetwood has installed a heavier new rear bumper to redistribute weight from the front axle to the rear axle on all affected vehicles. Fleetwood also corrected and replaced the federal certification tag and the cargo carrying capacity tag. All vehicles will be repaired before selling.
Notes
Fleetwood recall no. 70629.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Rear |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V308000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 07V-308?
On certain class c motor homes, the front axle weight, in an unloaded condition, may exceed the front gross axle weight rating (Gawr) of 4600 pounds.
How is recall 07V-308 fixed?
Fleetwood has installed a heavier new rear bumper to redistribute weight from the front axle to the rear axle on all affected vehicles. Fleetwood also corrected and replaced the federal certification tag and the cargo carrying capacity tag. All vehicles will be repaired before selling.
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.