Recall 17V072 covers 391 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer Xe, Storm, and Vacationer motorhomes for fuel filler tube damage. Free repair at franchised Holiday Rambler dealers.
Holiday Rambler is recalling 391 2016-2017 Vacationer Xe, Storm, and Vacationer motorhomes because a spring shackle bolt can contact fuel filler parts or fuel vent tubing and create a fuel leak. Fuel near an ignition source raises the risk of fire, and the dealer repair will be free once it is available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel filler pipe on affected 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer Xe, Storm, and Vacationer motorhomes is the path fuel takes from the fuel door into the tank. The vent tubing gives air and vapor a controlled path while the tank is being filled, so fuel flows in cleanly instead of backing up at the filler neck.
In these motorhomes, the filler neck components were routed too close to the spring shackle bolt, a suspension fastener near the rear wheel. That leaves too little clearance between the bolt and the fuel filler or vent tubing. As the motorhome moves, the bolt can contact the tubing and wear a hole through it. Once that happens, fuel can leak from the damaged line.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to see a dashboard light or feel a drivability change before the tubing is damaged.
Who's affected?
Covers Vacationer, Vacationer Xe, and Storm motorhomes across the 2016 and 2017 model years; all involve the fuel filler pipe and cap.
| 2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer Xe | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Fleetwood Storm | fuel system |
| 2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer | fuel system |
| 2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer | fuel system |
| Units affected | 391 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
NHTSA campaign 17V072 ties the safety risk to a fuel leak near an ignition source, which increases the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the dealer inspection and repair promptly, and keep ignition sources away from the vehicle until the work is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Holiday Rambler dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer Xe, Storm, or Vacationer motorhome is included in this recall.
- Review the April 4, 2017 owner notice if you have it, then contact a franchised Holiday Rambler dealer for current repair scheduling.
- Ask the dealer to inspect and reroute or shield the fuel filler tube and fuel vent parts so the spring shackle bolt cannot rub a hole in them.
- Reference recall number 17V072 when you call, and bring the recall notice if you still have it.
- Keep ignition sources away if you smell fuel, and arrange service before driving the motorhome again.
What happens at the repair
Because the remedy status is not listed as open in this feed, do not treat the final repair as scheduled until a Holiday Rambler dealer confirms availability for your VIN. Once available, a Holiday Rambler technician inspects the fuel filler tube and fuel vent components, then re-routes them or adds shielding so they do not contact the spring shackle bolt. The recall repair is free. Holiday Rambler has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented eligible expenses tied to this repair.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 3, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 28, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| March 28, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 31, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 4, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V072?
Recall 17V072 covers 391 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer Xe, Storm, and Vacationer motorhomes where a spring shackle bolt can contact fuel filler or vent parts, creating a fuel leak. A fuel leak near an ignition source increases fire risk.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer Xe, Storm, or Vacationer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 17V072. If it is, contact a franchised Holiday Rambler dealer for the fuel filler tube and vent inspection, rerouting, or shielding repair. Reference recall 17V072 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and dealers will inspect the fuel filler tube and fuel vent components, then reroute them or add shielding from the spring shackle bolt free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from a fuel leak. In affected motorhomes, the spring shackle bolt can contact the fuel filler components or fuel vent tubing and create a hole. If leaking fuel reaches an ignition source, fire risk increases.
When did the recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on April 4, 2017. Owners with an included VIN can contact a franchised Holiday Rambler dealer to schedule the inspection and repair, or call customer service at 1-800-509-3417 and reference recall 17V072.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V072000 |
|---|---|
| Holiday Rambler customer service | 1-800-509-3417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V072 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V072000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (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 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →