Recalls for 2007 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel

DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES

Posted on: 2009-02-17
Description
Fleetwood is recalling 3,782 my 2006-2009 providence, excursion, expedition, discovery and boulder diesel motor homes.  The battery cable is routed too close to a sharp edge located on top of a shelf installed over the driveshaft.  

Consequence
This can cause abrasion to the battery cable insulation, leading to an electrical short and possibly a fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will re-route the cable away from the sharp edge location.  This service will be performed for you free of charge.  The recall began on may, 26 2009.  Owners may contact fleetwood at 800-509-3418.  

Notes
Fleetwood recall no.  90209.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #2 - STEERING

Posted on: 2007-07-18
Description
Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (aac) front axles.  During the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.

Consequence
Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.

Corrective Action
Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary.  The recall began on december 21, 2007.  Owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes
Freightliner recall no.  Fl-501.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.