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2008-2009 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel, Fleetwood Discovery and others recall: cables

Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 21, 2009. It covers about 383 vehicles.

vehicles affected
383
reported
May 21, 2009
related complaints
4

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

What is wrong
Fleetwood is recalling 311 my 2008-2009 providence, excursion, expedition, discovery and bounder diesel motor home. The battery cable may become dislodged and come in contact with the driver shaft causing entanglement or abrasion to the battery cable.
Risk
This could lead to an electrical short which may result in a fire or un-commanded vehicle shutdown which may result in a loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace damage battery cables and secure the battery cable harness above the drive shaft free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1‑800‑509‑3418.

Recall number 09V175000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about electrical problems.

2008 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel2009 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel2008 Fleetwood Discovery2009 Fleetwood Discovery2008 Fleetwood Excursion2009 Fleetwood Excursion2008 Fleetwood Expedition2009 Fleetwood Expedition2008 Fleetwood Providence2009 Fleetwood Providence

Questions about recall 09V175000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel, Fleetwood Discovery and others cables?

Yes. Recall 09V175000, reported on May 21, 2009, covers about 383 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V175000?

Dealers will inspect and replace damage battery cables and secure the battery cable harness above the drive shaft free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2009. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1‑800‑509‑3418.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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