Recall 07V-464: 2007–2008 Fleetwood Arcadia, 2007–2008 Fleetwood Avalon and 9 more

FLEETWOOD FOLDING TRAILER, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 3, 2007, covering about 2,129 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-464
Report date
Oct 3, 2007
Vehicles affected
2,129
Owners notified
Feb 8, 2008

The problem

On certain recreational vehicles, the power lift roof system, which consists of a power lift motor and current limiter controller, generates excessive amounts of impact torque if the power lift is operated with the 30a power cord plugged into a 110v AC power source (With or without a battery).

The risk

This could cause failure in one of the shear pins resulting in damage to the trailer's lift system. This could allow the roof to free-fall from the raised position, possibly resulting in personal injury, vehicle and/or property damage.

The fix

Owners will be provided with two warning stickers that explains the proper function of the power lift accessory using a battery only. One sticker will be placed at the rear of the trailer next to the current limiter. The second sticker will be placed next to the 30a power cord outlet. In addition, fleetwood folding trailers will send a copy of the operation manual that emphasizes the battery-only operation of this trailer accessory. The recall began on february 8, 2008. Owners may contact fleetwood folding trailers at 1-814-443-7367.

Notes

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

ManufacturerFLEETWOOD FOLDING TRAILER, INC.
ComponentEquipment › Mechanical › Winch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V464000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Fleetwood Arcadia2007, 2008All years
Fleetwood Avalon2007, 2008All years
Fleetwood Bayside2007, 2008All years
Fleetwood Cheyenne2007All years
Fleetwood Niagara2007, 2008All years
Fleetwood Santa Fe2007, 2008All years
Fleetwood Saratoga2007, 2008All years
Fleetwood Sequoia2007All years
Fleetwood Sun Valley2007, 2008All years
Fleetwood Utah2007, 2008All years
Fleetwood Williamsburg2007, 2008All 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 07V-464?

On certain recreational vehicles, the power lift roof system, which consists of a power lift motor and current limiter controller, generates excessive amounts of impact torque if the power lift is operated with the 30a power cord plugged into a 110v AC power source (With or without a battery).

How is recall 07V-464 fixed?

Owners will be provided with two warning stickers that explains the proper function of the power lift accessory using a battery only. One sticker will be placed at the rear of the trailer next to the current limiter. The second sticker will be placed next to the 30a power cord outlet. In addition, fleetwood folding trailers will send a copy of the operation manual that emphasizes the battery-only operation of this trailer accessory. The recall began on february 8, 2008. Owners may contact fleetwood folding trailers at 1-814-443-7367.

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.