The problem
Vehicle description: certain motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." The wiring to the headlamp assemblies is incorrect causing a low brightness of the headlamps.
The risk
This reduced lighting level will affect driver visibility.
The fix
Dealers will rewire the connectors that plug into the headlamps. Owner notification began january 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact fleetwood at 1-800-445-3307.
Contacts
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Fleetwood dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 01V009000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.