The problem
On certain travel trailers, the axle width is too narrow causing the tires to rub on the inside of the wheel well housing.
The risk
This can cause the tires to fatigue and prematurely fail, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and change the axle free of charge. The manufacturer has telephoned all dealers and owners concerning this recall. A followup letter will be sent during january or february 2006. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
Contacts
Fleetwood recall no. 60109. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
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 06V012000.
- 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.