2007 Fleetwood Terra recalls and problems

The 2007 Fleetwood Terra has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Fleetwood Terra vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Fleetwood Terra recalls

Recall 08V-442: Steering

Reported Aug 28, 2008 · 5,606 vehicles affected · WORKHORSE CUSTOM CHASSIS

Problem: Workhorse is recalling 5,606 my 2006-2008 w42 commercial chassis and w18 recreational vehicle chassis. The castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. The improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.

Risk: If the drag link were to separate from the pitman arm, the driver would not have directional control of the vehicle possibly causing a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace and properly tighten the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm. The recall began on september 19, 2008. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-946-7731 or at http://www.navistar.com.

Recall 08V-320: Equipment

Reported Jul 15, 2008 · 70,101 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: Fleetwood is recalling 70,101 my 2003-2007 southwind, pace arrow, bounder, flair, storm, fiesta, terra gas class a motor homes; bounder, discovery, providence, excursion, expedition, revolution, american eagle, american heritage, american tradition diesel class a motor homes; jamboree tioga class c motor homes; and prowler, wilderness, terry, mallard, pioneer, pride and triumph conventional and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerators manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator 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: If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Fleetwood is working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (Please see 08e032). 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 the owner 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 06V-388: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Oct 4, 2006 · 7,858 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with general motors 8.1l v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.

Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.

Fix: Workhorse is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (Please see 06v225). Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. Owners may contact workhorse at 877-294-6773 or fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.

2007 Fleetwood Terra problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Equipment1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Structure1
Electrical System1
Engine1

Most reported parts

  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 6,027 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 2007 Fleetwood Terra complaints

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

Electrical System · at 3,000 miles · reported Jul 1, 2013
2008 >101f stopped, let engine running for about 10min engine turned off by itself. Tried to restart but, no starter engagement, had to turn of the ign. Switched and then the engine restarted, continue to drive for a few miles and engine turned off again this time in the middle of the road. Tried to start in neutral but, had to put the transition into park and turn off the ign. Switch and the engine would restarted. Continuing 2 or 3 more times till the vehicle was operating at speeds >25mph (~300miles). Took the vehicle in for repair a couple of adjustments made. Next usages the external temp…
Latches/Locks/Linkages · at 6,027 miles · reported Aug 27, 2008
The contact owns a 2007 fleetwood terry lx31m. When the contact attempted to close the storage door on the driver's side, the latch would not connect. She could not close the door. The contact also noticed that the doors did not fit properly on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the doors needed to be adjusted. She did not notice any differences beforehand. The current and failure mileages were 6,027. Updated 09/24/08. The steps extended when they shouldn't have. Updated 09/26/08. 8jb
Fuel System, Gasoline · reported Aug 17, 2007
Thank you for your timely investigation into the unsafe conditions of the 2007 fleetwood terra lx motorhome I currently own. First is the direct positioning of the exhaust pipe under the fuel fill. Fleetwood owner relations in no way sees this as a potential safety hazard and refuses to address this dangerous engineering defect. However, this same exact model, 6 month later is now being produced with the exhaust exiting correctly from the opposite side. Secondly, due to a different manufacturing defect, fleetwood had to 'modify' the fuel filler neck and vent line because it would not take…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Fleetwood Terra have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Fleetwood Terra: 08V-442 (steering), 08V-320 (equipment), 06V-388 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Fleetwood Terra?

Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (1 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 6,027 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.