Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 Encounter vehicles manufactured from November
— Recall Campaign #12V535000
Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 Encounter vehicles manufactured from November 19, 2009, through May 13, 2010; 2011-2013 Storm vehicles manufactured from May 21, 2010, through September 18, 2012; and 2012 Terra vehicles manufactured from April 26, 2011, through March 13, 2012. The entry step to the motorhome lacks sufficient support and may become damaged by repeated use.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 842 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V535000
| Manufacturer: | REV Recreation Group |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 06, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V535000 |
| Units affected: | 842 |
- Description:
- Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 Encounter vehicles manufactured from November 19, 2009, through May 13, 2010; 2011-2013 Storm vehicles manufactured from May 21, 2010, through September 18, 2012; and 2012 Terra vehicles manufactured from April 26, 2011, through March 13, 2012. The entry step to the motorhome lacks sufficient support and may become damaged by repeated use.
- Consequeces:
- The step may collapse during use potentially causing personal injury.
- Corrective action:
- Fleetwood RV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reinforce the step structural support. The safety recall began during December 2012. Owners may contact Fleetwood RV Owner Relations at 1-800-509-3418.
- Notes:
- Fleetwood RV's safety recall number is 121025FRV. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.