2003 Fleetwood Tioga SL recalls and problems
The 2003 Fleetwood Tioga SL has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 Fleetwood Tioga SL vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 Fleetwood Tioga SL recalls
Recall 04V-352: Trailer Hitches
Problem: Certain motor homes equipped with draw tite hitch receivers may be missing one or more welds between the hitch receiver box and the bottom support plate.
Risk: The welds could break, allowing the hitch receiver box and the towed load to separate from the towing vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the hitch receiver. The recall is expected to begin during august 2004. Owners should contact fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
Recall 03V-452: Equipment
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.
Recall 03V-247: Equipment
Problem: On certain model r, class c motor homes, a liquid propane (Lp) gas pipe and hose is unsupported and can be pinched during slide out room operation.
Risk: This could lead to a LP gas leak and the potential for explosion and/or fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and install support hardware for the LP gas pipe and hose as necessary. Owner notification is expected to begin during july or august 2003. Owners should contact fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Fleetwood Tioga SL have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Fleetwood Tioga SL: 04V-352 (trailer hitches), 03V-452 (equipment), 03V-247 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.