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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V412000

2013 Fleetwood Excursion — Equipment

Published August 22, 2012 · Recall initiated: August 21, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V412000, published August 22, 2012 and initiated August 21, 2012. Recalling firm: FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.; 2013 Fleetwood Excursion — Equipment.

What's the hazard

Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2013 Excursion motor homes manufactured from March 27, 2012, through July 24, 2012. A threaded fastener installed on the turn shaft of the slide-out mechanism may come into contact with a portion of the diesel fuel fill hose while the turn shaft is rotating. If the fastener makes contact with the fuel fill hose, there is a possibility that it will abrade the fuel fill hose and cause a leak.

What to do

Fleetwood RV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, shorten the threaded fastener to achieve clearance of the fuel line free of charge. The safety recall began on September 11, 2012. Owners may contact Fleetwood RV owner relations at 1-800-509-3418.

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Recall details

Brand
FLEETWOOD
Model
EXCURSION
Manufacturer
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.
Lot
2013 FLEETWOOD EXCURSION
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Fleetwood Excursion — Equipment recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V412000 on August 22, 2012. Reported hazard: Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2013 Excursion motor homes manufactured from March 27, 2012, through July 24, 2012. A threaded fastener installed on the turn shaft of the slide-out mechanism may come into contact with a portion of the diesel fuel fill hose while the turn shaft is rotating. If the fastener makes contact with the fuel fill hose, there is a possibility that it will abrade the fuel fill hose and cause a leak.

What should I do if I have this product?

Fleetwood RV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, shorten the threaded fastener to achieve clearance of the fuel line free of charge. The safety recall began on September 11, 2012. Owners may contact Fleetwood RV owner relations at 1-800-509-3418.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FLEETWOOD. Model: EXCURSION.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)