Recall 17V584 affects 934 2015-2016 Fleetwood Bounder and Southwind recreational vehicles for unsecured battery trays. Repair is free at any franchised Fleetwood dealer.
Fleetwood is recalling 934 2015-2016 Bounder and Southwind recreational vehicles because battery tray welds are insufficient and the tray can separate from underneath the chassis. An unsecured tray can cause a battery acid leak or electrical short and raise the risk of fire or injury. Fleetwood dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The battery tray on 2015-2016 Fleetwood Bounder and Southwind recreational vehicles holds the vehicle batteries under the motorhome and keeps their weight secured to the chassis bridge. Those batteries are heavy, so the tray depends on solid welds or fasteners to stay attached while the motorhome moves, turns, and takes normal road vibration.
On affected vehicles, the welds that attach the battery tray to the underside of the chassis bridge are not strong enough. The welds can break, which lets the tray separate from underneath the chassis instead of staying fixed in place. Fleetwood's remedy adds a tray lip or fasteners so the tray is properly secured to the chassis bridge.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not rely on noise, movement, or a visible change from the driver's seat to know the tray is starting to separate.
Who's affected?
Covers Bounder and Southwind motorhomes from the 2015 and 2016 model years, all tied to the battery component.
| 2016 Fleetwood Bounder | battery |
|---|---|
| 2015 Fleetwood Bounder | battery |
| 2016 Fleetwood Southwind | battery |
| 2015 Fleetwood Southwind | battery |
| Units affected | 934 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Year and model alone do not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific motorhome.
What's the safety risk?
An unsecured battery tray can let the battery move and lead to an acid leak or electrical short. That raises the risk of fire or injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the dealer inspection soon, since the remedy is to inspect the tray and add fasteners when needed. Repair is free at any franchised Fleetwood dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Fleetwood Bounder or Southwind is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Fleetwood dealer to schedule the free battery-tray inspection and fastener repair that secures the tray under the chassis.
- Bring the recall notice if Fleetwood mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V584 when you call.
- Call Fleetwood customer service at 1-800-509-3417 with questions, and reference Fleetwood recall 170914REV.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop if you notice battery acid or electrical problems.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Fleetwood technician inspects the battery tray under the chassis and installs fasteners if the tray needs extra securing. The inspection, parts, and labor are free under the recall. If you've already paid out of pocket for a qualified battery tray repair before the recall owner notification date, Fleetwood's general reimbursement plan covers eligible costs. Ask Fleetwood customer service or the dealer service desk what repair paperwork is needed for the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 20, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 17, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 17, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| November 17, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 20, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V584?
Recall 17V584 covers 934 2015-2016 Fleetwood Bounder and Southwind recreational vehicles with battery tray welds that can fail. If the tray separates from underneath the chassis, the battery can leak acid or short electrically, increasing fire or injury risk.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Fleetwood Bounder or Southwind is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV is included in recall 17V584. If it is, contact a franchised Fleetwood dealer to schedule the battery tray inspection. The dealer will install fasteners if needed to secure the tray, and the repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will inspect the battery tray and install fasteners if needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire or injury from an unsecured battery tray. If the tray separates from underneath the chassis, the battery can leak acid or create an electrical short. The fix is a dealer inspection and added fasteners when needed.
What if I bought this Fleetwood RV used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Bounder or Southwind is included, then reference recall 17V584 when you call the Fleetwood dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V584000 |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood customer service | 1-800-509-3417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V584 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V584000 |
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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