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πŸ’₯ Crash riskNHTSA 09V163πŸ“… May 18, 2009

2009 Fleetwood Tradition recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Fleetwood is recalling 7 my 2009 Tradition class a motor homes for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, 'certification.' the federal certification tag figures related to the towed weight and tongue weight are incorrect.

πŸ’₯ The risk

A misprinted label could lead to failure to follow proper vehicle loading specifications. Overloading could damage the vehicle, adversely affecting vehicle performance including handling and braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

πŸ”§ The fix

Fleetwood will contact customers by phone and will mail correct manufacturer federal certification tags to owners free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood owner relations at 1-800-509-3418.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
09V163000
Manufacturer recall #
90508
Manufacturer
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.
Vehicles affected
7
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Owner phone
1-800-509-3418
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 1, 2009
Built
Dec 11, 2008 – Feb 25, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Fleetwood recall no. 90508.owners 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 .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 09V163 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 09V163?

2009 Fleetwood Tradition. 7 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Fleetwood dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-509-3418.