2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL recalls and problems

The 2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL has 2 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL recalls

Recall 08V-232: Equipment

Reported May 22, 2008 · 135 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: Fleetwood is recalling 135 my 2004-2006 jamboree gt and tioga sl 29s model motor homes. The black iron propane plumbing, located under the motor home, may come into contact with chassis components and, under certain conditions, become pinched or crushed.

Risk: This could lead to a propane gas leak and the potential for an explosion and/or fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and relocate the black iron propane pipe with a kit that provides the components to move the line to the side of the chassis frame rail. Dealers will perform this remedy free of charge. The recall began on june 20, 2008. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-509-3418.

Recall 04V-419: Equipment

Reported Aug 27, 2004 · 197 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: On certain class c motor homes, the range top liquid propane gas (Lpg) connection line is a flexible hose connector. This hose is routed in close proximity to a burner and may melt when exposed to high heat for a period of time.

Risk: If melting occurs there is a potential for a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rubber LPG hose connection in the range top with a copper LPG connection. The recall began on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact feetwood at 1-800-322-8216.

2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	2
Power Train	1

Most reported parts

Suspension › Multiple Axle — 1
Suspension › Front — 1
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 300 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 2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL complaints

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

Power Train · at 300 miles · reported May 8, 2006

Purchased 2005 rv in ga nov. 2004. While traveling from ga to tx noticed heavy vibration under floor of kitchen area of vehicle. Worse by the time we reached tx. Found out it was the drive shaft. Had it repaired. Drove to las cruces, nm. Vibration still there. Had another drive shaft installed. Vibration still occurring.

Suspension · reported Sep 5, 2005

We purchased a brand new 26' fleetwood terra motorhome. On the first trip it was a bit hard to manage at speeds above 55 MPH. I blamed inexperience and weather conditions, although other rigs were passing me like I was standing still. Four hundred miles traveled. At 53 MPH exiting the freeway at a rest area. The entire right front wheel came off. This was the wheel drum and brake assy. It lodged itself up in the cooling of the motorhome. It almost crashed and nearly flipped over. A fire was put out at scene pretty quickly. I was told a bad wheel bearing caused the problem. We were given a new…

Suspension · reported Sep 22, 2004

This pretains to camping trailers. Thor manufacturer creates dutchmen 5th wheel trailers. My girlfreind and I purchased a new dutchmen/victory lane 35ft 5th wheel toy hauler and the axles are mounted off center. This makes the tires face at an angle and the trailer does not track correctly. This is a hazard and the dealership we purchased the trailer at will not fix it. The manufacturer will not help. I AM asking you as the DOT to have all the 2005 dual axle trailers that thor manufacturing has made to be recalled due to the axles being mounted out of line. Your listings in the on coming…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL: 08V-232 (equipment), 04V-419 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL?

Owners report suspension problems most often (2 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 300 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.