2007 Fleetwood Excursion recalls and problems

The 2007 Fleetwood Excursion has 4 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

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

2007 Fleetwood Excursion recalls

Recall 09V-056: Electrical System

Reported Feb 18, 2009 · 3,782 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: Fleetwood is recalling 3,782 my 2006-2009 providence, excursion, expedition, discovery and boulder diesel motor homes. The battery cable is routed too close to a sharp edge located on top of a shelf installed over the driveshaft.

Risk: This can cause abrasion to the battery cable insulation, leading to an electrical short and possibly a fire.

Fix: Dealers will re-route the cable away from the sharp edge location. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The recall began on may, 26 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood at 800-509-3418.

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-306: Steering

Reported Jul 18, 2007 · 18,000 vehicles affected · FREIGHTLINER LLC

Problem: Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (Aac) front axles. During the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.

Risk: Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.

Fix: Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. The recall began on december 21, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall 07V-019: Equipment

Reported Jan 26, 2007 · 93 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: Certain motor homes fail to comply with section 6.2.6, "marking of alternative exits," as required by the ansi/nfpa 1192 standard on recreational vehicles. The dinette alternate exit/emergency egress window is not identified by an exit label and red egress latches. This window is used to exit the motor home in an emergency situation and must be clearly identified.

Risk: In the event of a crash, a passenger may not know immediately where the exit/ emergency egress window would be located, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the existing black window latch with a red egress window latch and apply the "exit" label to the dinette alternative exit/ emergency egress window. The recall began on february 15, 2007. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-509-3418.

2007 Fleetwood Excursion problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Air2
Visibility1
Electrical System1
Engine1

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Air › Drum › Drum — 1
  • Service Brakes, Air › Drum › Shoes/Linings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,045 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 Excursion complaints

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

Electrical System · at 63,000 miles · reported May 31, 2016
The battery cables and wiring go through a firewall that is metal. The hole in the firewall does not contain any type of gasket or protective material and as a result the cables and wiring rub along the metal hole in the firewall. The cables and wires rub on the metal and cut through the protective coating on the cables and wires thus exposing them to contact the metal and causing a short, arc and fire. The heat then compromises all the other cables resulting in them also losing their protective coatings and fire results. Over 38 cables and wires have been destroyed and we have lost all…
Visibility · at 10,045 miles · reported Jan 19, 2011
The contact owns a 2007 fleetwood excursion rv. The contact stated that he noticed that the driver side window had an abnormal accumulation of moisture and fog. The contact stated that the failure would become worse during rainy weather. The manufacturer advised the contact that they could not assist. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis of the failure or repairs. The failure and current mileage was 10,045.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Fleetwood Excursion have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Fleetwood Excursion: 09V-056 (electrical system), 08V-320 (equipment), 07V-306 (steering), 07V-019 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Fleetwood Excursion?

Owners report service brakes, air problems most often (2 reports), followed by visibility (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,045 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.