Recall 15V751 affects 15 2016 Fleetwood Southwind motorhomes for an overheating Atwood water heater. Repair will be free at any franchised Fleetwood dealer once available.
Fleetwood is recalling 15 2016 Southwind motorhomes equipped with Atwood Model 0D50 on-demand water heaters because the gas valve can overheat water at the hot water tap. Steam or overheated water can scald the operator and increase injury risk; Fleetwood dealers will complete the repair free of charge once it is available.
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What's wrong?
The Atwood Model 0D50 on-demand water heater in the 2016 Fleetwood Southwind heats water as it flows to the hot water tap. Its gas valve controls fuel to the burner, so the heater adds heat only when hot water is being requested. That valve is part of the LPG water-heater system in the motorhome.
In the recalled heaters, the problem comes from the gas valve adjustment and the poppet valve reed switch. The poppet valve is a small internal valve, and the reed switch is the signal device that helps control its operation. When those parts do not line up within the needed tolerance, the poppet valve does not operate properly. The result is water at the hot water tap overheating beyond the intended temperature.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner using the hot water tap can encounter water that is hotter than expected without a separate alert from the heater.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Fleetwood Southwind | Water heater |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 15 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Fleetwood Southwind motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Overheated water can release steam from the hot water heater, scalding the operator and increasing the risk of injury. Until the recall work is done, use caution around the hot water system and stop using it if it overheats or vents steam. Repair will be free at any franchised Fleetwood dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Fleetwood Southwind is included in this recall.
- Wait for Fleetwood's remedy instructions before scheduling service; the final hot-water-heater repair is free once it opens.
- Avoid using hot water from the Atwood on-demand water heater until Fleetwood or Atwood gives repair instructions.
- Call Fleetwood customer service at 1-800-509-3417 and reference recall number 15V751; ask whether Atwood service is handling the water-heater remedy.
- Bring the recall notice to the Fleetwood service appointment after the remedy opens.
What happens at the repair
The final repair is still listed as under development, so do not assume the Fleetwood dealer can complete it today. Once available, the remedy for the Atwood on-demand hot water heater will be free of charge. A Fleetwood service technician will handle the recall work for the heater and gas valve area covered by campaign 15V751, with Atwood providing the remedy support. A general reimbursement plan is on file. If you already paid for a related hot water heater repair, ask Fleetwood customer service or Atwood customer service how to submit documented expenses under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 13, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 11, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V751?
Recall 15V751 covers 15 2016 Fleetwood Southwind motorhomes equipped with Atwood Model 0D50 on-demand water heaters. The gas valve can overheat water at the hot water tap, releasing steam and raising the risk of scald burns. Atwood provides the water-heater remedy free of charge.
What should I do if my 2016 Fleetwood Southwind is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V751. If it is, contact a franchised Fleetwood dealer or Fleetwood customer service at 1-800-509-3417 and reference recall 15V751. Ask what Atwood water-heater remedy applies to your VIN.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V751, Atwood provides the hot-water-heater remedy free of charge for affected 2016 Fleetwood Southwind motorhomes.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is scald injury from overheated water or steam at the hot water tap. Fleetwood's filing says the Atwood water-heater gas valve can overheat the water supply, which increases the risk of injury to the operator.
When did the recall begin?
The recall began on January 27, 2016. If you own a 2016 Fleetwood Southwind and never received a notice, check your VIN and call Fleetwood customer service with recall 15V751 so the service desk can confirm the next repair step.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V751000 |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood customer service | 1-800-509-3417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V751 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V751000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →