2006 Fleetwood Wilderness recalls and problems
The 2006 Fleetwood Wilderness has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2006 Fleetwood Wilderness vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2006 Fleetwood Wilderness recalls
Recall 08V-320: Equipment
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 06V-060: Wheels
Problem: Certain conventional and fifth wheel travel trailers may have been equipped with improperly hardened axle wheel studs.
Risk: Improperly tightened wheel studs may break at any time, causing the wheel and tire assembly to separate from the trailer, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the trailer hub and drum assemblies free of charge. The recall began on march 29, 2005. Owners may contact fleetwood at 800-455-3307.
Recall 06V-012: Power Train
Problem: On certain travel trailers, the axle width is too narrow causing the tires to rub on the inside of the wheel well housing.
Risk: This can cause the tires to fatigue and prematurely fail, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and change the axle free of charge. The manufacturer has telephoned all dealers and owners concerning this recall. A followup letter will be sent during january or february 2006. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
2006 Fleetwood Wilderness problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,000 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 2006 Fleetwood Wilderness complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Fleetwood Wilderness have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2006 Fleetwood Wilderness: 08V-320 (equipment), 06V-060 (wheels), 06V-012 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Fleetwood Wilderness?
Owners report tires problems most often (1 reports), followed by suspension (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,000 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.