The problem
Fleetwood is recalling 65 my 2008-2009 american allegiance, american eagle, american heritage, american tradition, and revolution l.E. Motor homes. These motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." The label was printed with the rear and intermediate tire psi rating reversed.
The risk
A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading or tire inflation which could result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners will be provided with corrected certification labels and installation instructions. A dealer can install this label for the owner at no charge. The recall began on october 9, 2008. Owners may contact fleetwood at 1-800-509-3418.
Contacts
Fleetwood recall no. 80911. Customers may 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 08V502000.
- 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.