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VehicleMay 22, 2013184 affected

American Coach / Fleetwood recall: Equipment

What is wrong

Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2014 American Revolution, Bounder, Discovery, Expedition, and Southwind motorhomes. Fasteners that attach the solar panel may become loose during normal use.

What could happen

A loose solar panel may separate from the vehicle during travel. This may cause personal injury and/or a road hazard to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Fleetwood will notify owners, and dealers will install new locking nuts to secure the solar panel, free of charge. The recall began on June 13, 2013. Owners may contact Fleetwood RV at 1-800-322-8216. Fleetwood's recall number is 130517FRV.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
13V217000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Fleetwood RV, Inc.
Reported to NHTSA
May 22, 2013
Owners notified
Jun 12, 2013
Vehicles or items affected
184
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
Apr 19, 2013 to May 14, 2013
Part
Equipment
Maker's own recall number
130517FRV

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.