2000 Fleetwood American Tradition recalls and problems
The 2000 Fleetwood American Tradition has 3 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Fleetwood American Tradition vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Fleetwood American Tradition recalls
Recall 08V-240: Equipment
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 07V-120: Equipment
Problem: Certain motor homes and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, 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: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Fix: Fleetwood will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). 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 you 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 99V-277: Tires
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 Tradition problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Equipment | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System — 1
- Electrical System › Ignition › Module — 1
- Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System — 1
- Suspension › Front — 1
- Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1
- Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 67,000 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 Tradition 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 2000 Fleetwood American Tradition have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Fleetwood American Tradition: 08V-240 (equipment), 07V-120 (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 Tradition?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (3 reports), followed by suspension (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 67,000 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.