2002 Fleetwood American Eagle recalls and problems

The 2002 Fleetwood American Eagle has 3 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Fleetwood American Eagle vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Fleetwood American Eagle recalls

Recall 09V-312: Equipment

Reported Jul 28, 2009 · 6,684 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD RV, INC.

Problem: Fleetwood rv is recalling certain model year 2005 and 2006 motorhomes manufactured between july 24, 2004 and march 11, 2005, equipped with norcold model 1200lr, 1200lrim, and 1201lrim refrigerators with serial numbers between 1273701 and 1536607, non-consecutively. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak. If a leak occurs and the refrigerator continues to be operated after solution circulation has ceased the heat source could generate very high temperatures. At such high temperatures, the cooling unit could rupture.

Risk: If a leak occurs and the unit is continues to operate, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.

Fix: Fleetwood rv will notify owners and the vehicle's refrigerator will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during september 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood rv at 1-800-509-3418 or norcold's recall center at 1-800-767-9101.

Recall 07V-120: Equipment

Reported Mar 19, 2007 · 167,096 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: Certain motor homes and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: Fleetwood will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.

Recall 02V-018: Service Brakes, Air

Reported May 31, 2002 · 100 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENT., INC.

Problem: On certain motorhomes equipped with arvinmeritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (Abs) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.

Risk: Bolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected ABS valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the ABS valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. 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 arvinmeritor wabco at 1-859-746-5956 or fleetwood at 1-800-629-8454.

2002 Fleetwood American Eagle problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Air1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 66,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2002 Fleetwood American Eagle complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes, Air · at 66,000 miles · reported Jan 20, 2009
2002 fleetwood american eagle 40' motor coach. Air brake holding tank. Two (2) support brackets "never" welded to tank which in turn holds the tank in position to the frame...in 66,000 miles of banging against tank, wore two (2) holes in tank releasing air causing loss of brakes. Notified spartan chassis manufacture and fleetwood, both say "it's out of warranty". This condition under the right circumstances can cause complete loss of braking!! Manufacture must be notified to recall "all" tanks to inspect and determin eminent danger of. Thanks for your immediate call to action.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Fleetwood American Eagle have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Fleetwood American Eagle: 09V-312 (equipment), 07V-120 (equipment), 02V-018 (service brakes, air). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Fleetwood American Eagle?

Owners report service brakes, air problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 66,000 miles.

Are Fleetwood recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Fleetwood dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.