2003 Fleetwood Mallard recalls and problems

The 2003 Fleetwood Mallard has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Fleetwood Mallard vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Fleetwood Mallard 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-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 03V-452: Equipment

Reported Nov 4, 2003 · 60,877 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: On certain travel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these ovens were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.

Risk: An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

Fix: Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. 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 samsung at 800-932-3837 or fleetwood at 1-800-629-8454.

2003 Fleetwood Mallard problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure1
Electrical System1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Frame and Members — 1

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 2003 Fleetwood Mallard complaints

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

Electrical System · reported May 7, 2014
The contact owns a 2003 fleetwood mallard trailer. The contact stated that while parked, the trailer caught on fire. The contact stated that the fire alarm did not sound until after the fire had occurred. There were no injuries and the vehicle was destroyed. A police report was filed of the incident. The contact did not disclose of where the fire originated. The manufacturer was not notified of the incident. The failure mileage was not available. The consumer believed the fire started in the rear of the refrigerator. There was a recall on the coil, that was never performed.
Structure · reported Sep 26, 2005
My wife and I bought a 2003 mallard 30e trailer in july 2003. Next april, 2004, went out to prepare trailer for season, found soaked floor and slide out inoperative. Went to dealer to repair leaks on slide out. Dealer calls 2 weeks later and tells me "your frame is bent" I go and inspect the frame and it has collapsed (Twisted)sideways at the springs on the left frame beam, and that beam had a severe bow fore and aft. Wheels and axles were shifted over about 5 inches. No signs of scuffing on tires or rims. The trailer was too dangerous to continue to use, as further collapse would most…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Fleetwood Mallard have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Fleetwood Mallard: 08V-320 (equipment), 07V-120 (equipment), 03V-452 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Fleetwood Mallard?

Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports), followed by electrical system (1).

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.