Recall 97V-236: 1997 Fleetwood Discovery
FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Dec 19, 1997, covering about 433 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with a vinyl protective front cover. This cover includes a mesh which covers the front headlight assembly. This mesh interferes with the photometric performance of the headlights resulting in a noncompliance to FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
The interfering mesh causes the effective brightness of the headlights and turn signals to be less than required. The decrease in headlight brightness can decrease the ability to view the road while driving at night or in other instances where headlights would be needed. Also, the decreased brightness of the turn signals will affect the visibility of these signals to following vehicles.
The fix
Owners will be provided with instructions and repair parts necessary to perform this recall. If owners so desire, they can have a dealer perform this remedy for them.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin january 20, 1998.owners who do not receive the instructions and repair parts within a reasonable time should contact fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Headlights |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V236000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood Discovery | 1997 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 97V-236?
Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with a vinyl protective front cover. This cover includes a mesh which covers the front headlight assembly. This mesh interferes with the photometric performance of the headlights resulting in a noncompliance to FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
How is recall 97V-236 fixed?
Owners will be provided with instructions and repair parts necessary to perform this recall. If owners so desire, they can have a dealer perform this remedy for them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.