1996-1997 Fleetwood Bounder and Fleetwood Discovery recall: windshield

Fleetwood Ent., Inc. reported this safety recall on June 26, 1998. It covers about 895 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 895
reported: Jun 26, 1998
owners notified: Jul 20, 1998
related complaints: 14

Visibility: windshield

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motor homes. The driver's and passenger's side windows do not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 205, "glazing materials," for an acceptable level of tint.
Risk: This condition could cause the driver reduced visibility through the side windows when backing up, when using the mirrors for lane changes, or whenever looking through the windows, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace these windows.

Recall number 98V147000

Affected vehicles

Fleetwood Bounder 1996-1997 1996 1997
Fleetwood Discovery 1996-1997 1996 1997

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about visibility problems.

1996 Fleetwood Bounder 1997 Fleetwood Bounder 1996 Fleetwood Discovery 1997 Fleetwood Discovery

Questions about recall 98V147000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1997 Fleetwood Bounder and Fleetwood Discovery windshield?

Yes. Recall 98V147000, reported on June 26, 1998, covers about 895 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V147000?

Dealers will replace these windows.

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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