Recall 99V-277: 1996–2000 Fleetwood American Dream, 1996–2000 Fleetwood American Eagle and 2 more
FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Oct 15, 1999, covering about 3,746 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes. The subject motor homes, when built with a disproportionate front axle weight distribution, fully equipped, loaded with cargo, and operated with improper tire pressures, can experience an overload condition on a front tire.
The risk
Overloading of a tire can lead to tire failure.
The fix
Dealers will equip the subject motor homes with new larger capacity front tires, will adjust the weight distribution on the front axle (If necessary), apply new certification labels, and reinforce consumer education about the importance of tire maintenance, including rotation, alignment, and tire inflation pressure.
Notes
Fleetwood recall no. 91015.owner notification began december 3, 1999.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
| Manufacturer | FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Tires |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V277000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood American Dream | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Fleetwood American Eagle | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Fleetwood American Heritage | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Fleetwood American Tradition | 1999, 2000 | All 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 99V-277?
Vehicle description: motor homes. The subject motor homes, when built with a disproportionate front axle weight distribution, fully equipped, loaded with cargo, and operated with improper tire pressures, can experience an overload condition on a front tire.
How is recall 99V-277 fixed?
Dealers will equip the subject motor homes with new larger capacity front tires, will adjust the weight distribution on the front axle (If necessary), apply new certification labels, and reinforce consumer education about the importance of tire maintenance, including rotation, alignment, and tire inflation pressure.
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.