2007 Fleetwood American Eagle recalls and problems

The 2007 Fleetwood American Eagle has 4 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
6
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Fleetwood American Eagle vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Fleetwood American Eagle recalls

Recall 08V-320: Equipment

Reported Jul 15, 2008 · 70,101 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: Fleetwood is recalling 70,101 my 2003-2007 southwind, pace arrow, bounder, flair, storm, fiesta, terra gas class a motor homes; bounder, discovery, providence, excursion, expedition, revolution, american eagle, american heritage, american tradition diesel class a motor homes; jamboree tioga class c motor homes; and prowler, wilderness, terry, mallard, pioneer, pride and triumph conventional and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerators manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator 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: If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Fleetwood is working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (Please see 08e032). 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 the owner 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 07V-363: Electrical System

Reported Aug 15, 2007 · 1,672 vehicles affected · SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.

Problem: On certain motor home chassis, there may be a loose connection between the bus bar and a grid pad due to the pins being slightly smaller diameters after assembly. Electrical power may be lost to components of the major chassis operating systems (Engine, transmission, starting, cooling) causing the vehicle to shut down and/or not be capable of powering up.

Risk: Each vehicle could potentially experience a unique circumstance where one or a combination of the following conditions could occur: loss of electrical power to the engine, transmission, starting and engine cooling systems, operation of the right chassis stop/turn signal and right trailer stop/turn signal, the anti-lock brake system, auxiliary brake system, the heater elements in the air dryer, and the heater element in the water-in-fuel separator.

Fix: The dvec bussmann box will be replaced. The recall began on january 16, 2008. Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400.

Recall 07V-101: Electrical System

Reported Mar 14, 2007 · 160 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: On certain class a motor homes, the service compartment that contains the inverter and the house batteries is insufficiently sealed from spark producing devices. In the event out gassing occurs from the batteries and the gases are exposed to a spark of measurable size and duration, ignition of the gasses may occur.

Risk: This has the potential to ignite combustible objects within the compartment.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and install a compartment spacer and bulb seal to the service compartment that contains the house batteries free of charge. The recall began on march 30, 2007. Owners may contact fleetwood at 800-509-3418.

Recall 07V-059: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Feb 16, 2007 · 133 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: On certain american eagle and american tradition class a motor homes, the anti-lock brake system (Abs) module may not have been permanently mounted. The module could detach from the vehicle.

Risk: The anti-lock feature for the brake system could be lost.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and permanently mount the ABS module to the inside of the chassis rail. The recall began on march 30, 2007. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-509-3418.

2007 Fleetwood American Eagle problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension5
Equipment4
Tires1
Fuel System, Gasoline1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Multiple Axle — 4
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 4
  • Suspension › Front — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,165 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 2007 Fleetwood American Eagle complaints

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

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 23,000 miles · reported Nov 18, 2011
The contact owns a 2007 fleetwood american eagle rv. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, a fuel line fractured and fuel began to spill out onto the roadway. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the failure was common. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred approximately four months later. The vehicle was towed back to the authorized dealer and was repaired a second time. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was 23,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Suspension · reported Feb 24, 2010
2007 fleetwood american eagle front weight problem. The rv failed to meet ccc posted and advertised specifications with full fuel, water, one passenger and 250 lbs of cargo. The front axle was overweight by 200 plus pounds.
Suspension · reported Feb 24, 2010
2007 fleetwood american eagle front weight problem. The consumer stated the rv does not carry the manufacturer's printed and certified ccc and with the current designated front axle, wheels and tires, plus braking system, the rv is a hazard on the road. The consumer was informed to travel with 1/2 fuel, minimum water and reduce the weight as much as possible on the front axle and remain under the 15,200 lbs rated axle limit.
Suspension · reported Feb 24, 2010
2007 fleetwood american eagle front weight problem. The design and certified rating of the front axle was not sufficient for the usual and intended use of the motorhome. The consumer stated he had his motorhome weighed several times. With full fuel, propane, water empty black and gray water tanks, the front axle was overloaded by 580 pounds.
Suspension · at 5,165 miles · reported Feb 24, 2010
2007 fleetwood american eagle front axle problem. The consumer stated the rv had a front axle design deficiency that did not allow the motorhome to be loaded and operated safely as specified in the owner's manual. The current pound load rated front axle was not designed to carry sufficient load and needed to be replaced with a 16,000 pound load rated axle at an estimated cost of $20,000. The consumer experienced a tire blow out on the right front tire of the motorhome. Goodyear inspected the tire and determined that there were no material or workmanship defects in the tire.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Fleetwood American Eagle have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Fleetwood American Eagle: 08V-320 (equipment), 07V-363 (electrical system), 07V-101 (electrical system), 07V-059 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Fleetwood American Eagle?

Owners report suspension problems most often (5 reports), followed by equipment (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,165 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.