Recall 99V-013: 1998 Fleetwood Bounder
FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Jan 26, 1999, covering about 95 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: class a motor homes. These motor homes, when fully equipped and loaded with typical cargo, will experience an overloaded condition on the rear axle.
The risk
This could cause the rear axle components to fail prematurely resulting in loss of vehicle control.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear axle with a new higher capacity rear axle.
Notes
Owner notification began april 5, 1999.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 fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Rear |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V013000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood Bounder | 1998 | 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 99V-013?
Vehicle description: class a motor homes. These motor homes, when fully equipped and loaded with typical cargo, will experience an overloaded condition on the rear axle.
How is recall 99V-013 fixed?
Dealers will replace the rear axle with a new higher capacity rear axle.
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.