Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Motor Homes Equipped With Air Suspensions. The Front Wheel Spindle Bearing May Have Excessive Preload Due To Improper End Play Settings.
Make Of Vehicle
FLEETWOOD
Model Of Vehicle
AMERICAN TRADITION
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
99V161002
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Springs:Air Suspension System
Effect Of Defect
This Bearing Preload In Combination With Improper Lubricating Oil Levels Can Cause Premature Failure Of The Outer Bearing, AffeCTIng The Steering On The Motor Homes.
Fix Defect
Tuthill Is ConduCTIng The Notification And Remedy For This Recall. Tuthill Will Inspect The Deflector Ring And Reseating, Adjust The Wheel Bearings, Add Lubrication, And Replace The Hubcap.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fleetwood Ent., Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19990201
End Of Manufacture
19990630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
388
Date Owners Notified
19990609
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Date Report Received
19990702