Recalls for 1989 Fleetwood Southwind

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

Posted on: 1992-04-23
Description
The steering column shaft nut retaining clip may be missing.  Under certain conditions, the lack of a retaining clip will allow the nut to work loose and the steering wheel to separate from the steering column.

Consequence
Steering wheel separation from the steering column canresult in complete loss of steering control and a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action
Inspect steering assembly for a steering wheel nut retaining clip.  If clip is missing, install a steering wheel nut retaining clip, or have a dealer inspect and install a clip.  Fleetwood advises owners not to operate the motorhomes until a steering wheel nut inspection and clip installation is completed.

Notes
System: steering.vehicle description: motorhomes built on a general motors p30 chassis.note: fleet enterprises, inc.  Indicates that someone other than the dealer caninspect the motorhome and install the missing clips.  Should the correctiveaction be accomplished by someone other than a fleetwood dealer, theinstructions provided must be followed carefully.

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1989-09-11
Description
Missing or misapplied support clip creates potential for rear brake line fracture due to fatiguing.

Consequence
Fracture could result in decreased braking performance.which could cause an accident.

Corrective Action
Repair brake clip, as necessary.

Notes
System: brake support clip.vehicle description: motorhomes on john deere chassis with either a rubber rearaxle suspension or a tag axle installed.