Recall 99V-156: 1998 Fleetwood Flair
FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Jun 22, 1999, covering about 417 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes. The bolts holding the trailer hitch to the motor home frame are the incorrect length.
The risk
These bolts can loosen resulting in separation of the trailer hitch from the motor home.
The fix
Dealers will remove the existing bolts and replace with correctly sized nuts, lock washers, and bolts.
Notes
Owner notification began july 14, 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 1-800-445-3307.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 | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V156000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood Flair | 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-156?
Vehicle description: motor homes. The bolts holding the trailer hitch to the motor home frame are the incorrect length.
How is recall 99V-156 fixed?
Dealers will remove the existing bolts and replace with correctly sized nuts, lock washers, and bolts.
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.