Recall 09V-175: 2008–2009 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel, 2008–2009 Fleetwood Discovery and 3 more

FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 21, 2009, covering about 383 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-175
Report date
May 21, 2009
Vehicles affected
383
Owners notified
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The problem

Fleetwood is recalling 311 my 2008-2009 providence, excursion, expedition, discovery and bounder diesel motor home. The battery cable may become dislodged and come in contact with the driver shaft causing entanglement or abrasion to the battery cable.

The risk

This could lead to an electrical short which may result in a fire or un-commanded vehicle shutdown which may result in a loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace damage battery cables and secure the battery cable harness above the drive shaft free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-509-3418.

Notes

Fleetwood recall no. 90519.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> .

Recall details

ManufacturerFLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.
ComponentElectrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V175000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Fleetwood Bounder Diesel2008, 2009All years
Fleetwood Discovery2008, 2009All years
Fleetwood Excursion2008, 2009All years
Fleetwood Expedition2008, 2009All years
Fleetwood Providence2008, 2009All 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 09V-175?

Fleetwood is recalling 311 my 2008-2009 providence, excursion, expedition, discovery and bounder diesel motor home. The battery cable may become dislodged and come in contact with the driver shaft causing entanglement or abrasion to the battery cable.

How is recall 09V-175 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace damage battery cables and secure the battery cable harness above the drive shaft free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-509-3418.

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.