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Fleetwood Excursion Engine problems by year

4 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Fleetwood Excursion's engine & cooling. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

Engine complaints by model year

YearEngine complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
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Latest Excursion engine complaints

2015 Fleetwood ExcursionBody, doors & structureWheels & tiresEngine & coolingVisibility & wipers

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 fleetwood excursion. The contact stated that the windshield wipers, defroster, and engine failed without warning. The parts were replaced by a mechanic. In addition, the vehicle was taken in for an inspection and a mechanic diagnosed that five of the eight frame wells failed. In addition, there were three exterior windows that had to be taped by a mechanic because they had prematurely de-laminated from connecting securely. The repair shop provided the temporary solution and the...

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manufacturer stated that the windows needed to be replaced. An independent safety inspector was to diagnose the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 7,600. Updated 09/20/16*lj *tr

Filed Incident Structure · Tires · Engine · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 10895325
2007 Fleetwood ExcursionElectrical systemEngine & coolingFire

The battery cables and wiring go through a firewall that is metal. The hole in the firewall does not contain any type of gasket or protective material and as a result the cables and wiring rub along the metal hole in the firewall. The cables and wires rub on the metal and cut through the protective coating on the cables and wires thus exposing them to contact the metal and causing a short, arc and fire. The heat then compromises all the other cables resulting in them also losing their protective coatings and...

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fire results. Over 38 cables and wires have been destroyed and we have lost all electrical components to the rv. While driving the vehicle on may 27, 2016 it shifted out of drive on its own causing an immediate slow down in addition to the fire hazard. There was a fire in battery compartment and underneath motor home where the cables and wires ran through the metal fire wall.

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10871594
2005 Fleetwood ExcursionEngine & coolingBody, doors & structure

Improper installation of slide out seals on fleetwood excursion motor home. Warranty has since expired, but manufacturer refuses to pay for repair. Stated that it was my fault for not inspecting mounting screws, even though they cannot be seen from a normal viewpoint. Also claims it was neglect of care, yet I treat and lube slideout seals 3-4 times yearly. Improper installation has resulted in leaks/water damage to interior. Would like manufacturer to pay for seals and labor for replacing seals, I will pay for water damage repair. *Tr

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · StructureNHTSA 10220377
2005 Fleetwood ExcursionEngine & coolingElectrical systemLightsBody, doors & structureFire

Motor home had multiple safety related issues throughout 2005. -Fire in awning motor inside motorhome -warped slide which could not be retracted and protruded from vehicle -constant frozen water components -leaks in ceiling which cause the roof integrity to be compromised causing an unsafe situation with multiple water incursions -no climate control for 5 months -constant electrical issues including rear light failure caused by wires melting on exhaust system -interior cabinets/shelves breaking loose while vehicle was in motion. *Nm

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Electrical system · Exterior lighting · StructureNHTSA 10179136

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