Defect Description For Recall
Certain Travel Trailers May Have Been Equipped With Improperly Constructed Spare Tire Support Brackets That Cause The Spare Tire To Hang Too Low To The Ground.
Make Of Vehicle
FLEETWOOD
Model Of Vehicle
ORBIT
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
06V333000
Component Description
Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
Effect Of Defect
If The Spare Tire Contacts The Ground It Can Break Away From Its Support, Creating A Road Hazard Which May Result In Vehicle Damage And/Or Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Relocate The Spare Tire And Carrier To Allow Sufficient Ground Clearance Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On October 31, 2006. Owners May Contact Fleetwood At 800-445-3307.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20060421
End Of Manufacture
20060816
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
429
Date Owners Notified
20061031
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ftca, Inc.
Date Report Received
20060907
Make Campaign Number
60828