- The problem
- On certain recreational vehicles, the power lift roof system, which consists of a power lift motor and current limiter controller, generates excessive amounts of impact torque if the power lift is operated with the 30a power cord plugged into a 110v ac power source (with or without a battery).
- The risk
- This could cause failure in one of the shear pins resulting in damage to the trailer's lift system. This could allow the roof to free-fall from the raised position, possibly resulting in personal injury, vehicle and/or property damage.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with two warning stickers that explains the proper function of the power lift accessory using a battery only. One sticker will be placed at the rear of the trailer next to the current limiter. The second sticker will be placed next to the 30a power cord outlet. In addition, fleetwood folding trailers will send a copy of the operation manual that emphasizes the battery-only operation of this trailer accessory. The recall began on february 8, 2008. Owners may contact fleetwood folding trailers at 1-814-443-7367.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Fleetwood Avalon Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2007 Fleetwood Avalon with NHTSA, most often about the equipment & accessories (1) and the body, doors & structure (1). Those complaints describe 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2007 for the winch. For comparison, the 2008 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Fleetwood Avalon problems
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2007 Fleetwood Avalon recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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2 complaints about the 2007 Fleetwood Avalon
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 fleetwood avalon camper. The contact stated that upon lifting his power lift roof system, the roof fell back into his arms and was unable to be lifted. Upon investigation, the contact discovered nhtsa campaign number: 07v464000(equipment) which he linked to his failure. The contact called several local camper dealers but none of them were able to offer any assistance. The contact had also contact the manufacturers and they also offered no assistance. The recall had yet to be repaired. The camper does not have an odometer but the contact stated that the failure mileage was approximately 2,000.
No incidents, crashes, or injuries - this complaint involves a recall notice and the remedy. Fleetwood sent us a recall on our 2007 avalon, as the power lift was causing damage to the trailer when it is powered by the 30a (110v) power supply. I spoke with a customer services person (bill) in the somerset, pa, plant who stated that the lift was never intended to be used with the 110v power, because it creates too much torque which can shear the stops and cause the roof to fall down. He explained that the remedy...
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is to install a lower torque unit, and place two stickers warning the owner/operator not to use the power lift (yes, even the new-lower torque version) with the 110v as damage can still occur. It is only to be used with the 12v power supply. This upset me as customer, and I told him that is unacceptable as the solution is no better than the problem, especially if the damage can still occur if the owner/operator mistakenly uses the 110v power supply instead of the intended 12v supply. The intent of the sticker is to allow fleetwood to avoid any further liability for this design defect, and that is unacceptable. If the power lift is not intended to be operated with the 110v power supply, then why is it connected to the 110v power supply. If it is intended to operate solely off of the 12v power supply, then it should be hooked up only to that power supply. That would have been the most appropriate fix, and would have truly resolved any and all potential problems. The current remedy in not acceptable. What are my options? Please advise. Thank you, william d berkley *tr
Fleetwood Avalon: every year compared
All Avalon years2007 Fleetwood Avalon vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Fleetwood Avalon | 2 | 1 | - | |
| 2007 Fleetwood American Eagle | 6 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Fleetwood Bounder | 5 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Fleetwood Discovery | 4 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Fleetwood Gearbox | 3 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Fleetwood Excursion | 3 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2007 Fleetwood Cheyenne | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Fleetwood Fiesta LX | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
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Questions about the 2007 Fleetwood Avalon
Does the 2007 Fleetwood Avalon have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Fleetwood Avalon: winch (October 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Fleetwood Avalon?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the equipment & accessories (1), body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2007 Fleetwood Avalon had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 25, 2008 and the latest on October 5, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Which Fleetwood Avalon years have the most complaints?
2007 (2), 2008 (1). See every Fleetwood Avalon year compared.
What should I do if my 2007 Fleetwood Avalon has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data