The problem
The spare tire and wheel storage assembly is located under the vehicle in such a manner that the tire and wheel assembly contacts the road surface, resulting in damage to the attachment mechanism. The damage can cause the spare wheel and tire to fall from the motorhome onto the roadway.
The risk
Objects falling from the motorhome onto the roadway can become a road hazard to operators of other vehicles.
The fix
Hardware will be added to the relocate the mounting of the spare wheel and tire to the rear wall, above the bumper of the motorhome.
Contacts
System: equipment; carrier; spare tire. Vehicle description: motorhomes. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact fleetwood service center at 1-800-854-4755. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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 94V137000.
- 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.