Recall 17V003 covers 365 2017 Fleetwood Storm, Flair, Vacationer, and Admiral Xe motor homes for loose rear sway bar bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Fleetwood dealer.
Fleetwood is recalling 365 2017 Storm, Flair, Vacationer, and Admiral Xe motor homes because the rear sway bar was not properly tightened and can detach from the vehicle. If the sway bar falls off, crash risk rises, and Fleetwood dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear sway bar on these 2017 Fleetwood Storm, Flair, Vacationer, and Admiral Xe motor homes is a metal stabilizer bar mounted to the rear chassis. It helps limit side-to-side body roll so the coach stays more settled when turning, changing lanes, or riding over uneven pavement.
On affected Class A motor homes equipped with a Hellwig sway bar, the nuts fastening the bar to the vehicle were not torqued to specification. Torque is the exact tightening force on the hardware. When those nuts are too loose or unevenly tightened, the sway bar hardware can loosen further in service and the bar can detach from the vehicle.
An owner is not given a clear warning before the hardware lets go. There is no warning sign before failure. The dealer repair is to torque the sway bar fasteners to the proper specification.
Who's affected?
Covers four model lines, all under the same body or structural component category.
| 2017 Fleetwood Storm | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2017 Fleetwood Flair | body or structural component |
| 2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer | body or structural component |
| 2017 Holiday Rambler Admiral Xe | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 365 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific motorhome.
What's the safety risk?
If the rear sway bar falls from the vehicle, crash risk increases. Until the bolts are checked and tightened, avoid unnecessary trips and arrange service promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Fleetwood dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Fleetwood Storm, Flair, Vacationer, or Admiral Xe is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Fleetwood dealer to schedule the free rear-sway-bar bolt tightening or replacement that keeps the sway bar attached.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. Reference recall number 17V003 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete; avoid sudden maneuvers and leave extra following distance.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Fleetwood technician checks the rear sway bar bolts, tightens them to the proper specification, and replaces bolts that need replacement. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Because REV used the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan on file, owners who already paid for a related sway bar bolt repair can ask about reimbursement for documented expenses. Bring prior repair paperwork and receipts to the service desk so the dealer can explain the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 3, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 27, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 27, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 31, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 3, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V003?
Recall 17V003 covers 365 2017 Fleetwood Storm, Flair, Vacationer, and Admiral Xe motor homes with rear sway bar bolts that were not tightened correctly. If the sway bar falls from the vehicle, crash risk increases. Fleetwood dealers will tighten the bolts and replace them as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Fleetwood Storm, Flair, Vacationer, or Admiral Xe is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 17V003. If it is, contact a franchised Fleetwood dealer to schedule the rear sway bar bolt inspection and repair. Reference recall number 17V003 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Fleetwood dealers will tighten the rear sway bar bolts and replace them as needed free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 17V003.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the rear sway bar can detach from the motor home. If it falls from the vehicle while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free dealer repair if your motor home is included.
What if I bought this motor home used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner, so a used 2017 Fleetwood Storm, Flair, Vacationer, or Admiral Xe still qualifies if its VIN is included. Check your VIN and give recall number 17V003 to the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V003000 |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood customer service | 1-800-509-3417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V003 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V003000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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