2000 Fleetwood American Dream recalls and problems

The 2000 Fleetwood American Dream has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Fleetwood American Dream vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Fleetwood American Dream recalls

Recall 08V-240: Equipment

Reported Jun 3, 2008 · 1,263 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: Fleetwood is recalling certain class a gas and diesel motor homes, class c motor homes, conventional and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with norcold refrigerators. A low cycle fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which generates the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak.

Risk: Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.

Fix: Fleetwood is working with norcold to repair these refrigerators. Norcold will provide thermal switch kits to owners along with the necessary forms and instructions. The recall is expected to begin during june 2008. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or fleetwood at 1-800-509-3418.

Recall 99V-277: Tires

Reported Oct 15, 1999 · 3,746 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENT., INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: motor homes. The subject motor homes, when built with a disproportionate front axle weight distribution, fully equipped, loaded with cargo, and operated with improper tire pressures, can experience an overload condition on a front tire.

Risk: Overloading of a tire can lead to tire failure.

Fix: Dealers will equip the subject motor homes with new larger capacity front tires, will adjust the weight distribution on the front axle (If necessary), apply new certification labels, and reinforce consumer education about the importance of tire maintenance, including rotation, alignment, and tire inflation pressure.

2000 Fleetwood American Dream problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 68,000 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 2000 Fleetwood American Dream complaints

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

Equipment · at 68,000 miles · reported Aug 21, 2009
The contact owns a 2000 fleetwood american dream coach rv. The contact stated that the norcold refrigerator caught fire and destroyed the motor home . There were no injuries. The fire department extinguished the fire and provided a report if needed. The insurance investigator stated the refrigerator caused the fire to occur. Norcold confirmed that there was a recall for the refrigerator and to notify the insurance company of the fire. The contact never received a recall notice.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Fleetwood American Dream have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Fleetwood American Dream: 08V-240 (equipment), 99V-277 (tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Fleetwood American Dream?

Owners report tires problems most often (1 reports), followed by equipment (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 68,000 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.