Recall 19V224 affects 53 2019 Fleetwood Flair and Holiday Rambler Admiral motorhomes for auxiliary battery straps that can short. Repair is free at Fleetwood dealers.
Fleetwood is recalling 53 2019 Flair and Admiral motorhomes because the auxiliary battery hold-down straps or brackets can touch the battery terminals and short circuit. A battery short circuit raises fire risk, and Fleetwood dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The auxiliary batteries on the 2019 Fleetwood Flair and Admiral motorhomes power 12-Volt equipment in the coach, including systems that run from the house battery circuit. Hold-down straps and mounting brackets are supposed to keep those batteries locked in place so vibration and normal road movement do not let them shift.
On the recalled motorhomes, the battery hold-down straps or their metal mounting brackets were installed close enough to the battery terminals that contact can occur. If a battery shifts, metal from the strap or bracket can touch a terminal and create a short circuit. The corrected setup keeps the metal hold-down parts away from the terminals or uses a tray that secures the batteries in position.
Owners can notice a hot battery, smoke near the auxiliary battery area, or a burnt odor. The motorhome can also show 12-Volt electrical problems in equipment powered by the auxiliary batteries.
Who's affected?
Covers the Flair and Admiral motorhome lines for the same model year, both tied to the battery component.
| 2019 Fleetwood Flair | battery |
|---|---|
| 2019 Holiday Rambler Admiral | battery |
| Units affected | 53 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident 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?
A short circuit in the auxiliary battery area increases fire risk if the battery contacts the hold-down straps or brackets. Watch for a hot battery, smoke, a burnt odor, or auxiliary electrical problems. If you see those signs, stop using the motorhome and call a Fleetwood dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Fleetwood dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Fleetwood Flair or Admiral motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Fleetwood dealer to schedule the free battery hold-down strap rework that prevents the auxiliary batteries from shorting.
- Bring the recall notice if REV mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V224 when you call.
- Use caution until the repair is complete, and stop using the motorhome if you smell smoke, see sparks, or find heat near the battery compartment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Fleetwood technician reworks the auxiliary battery hold down hardware so the metal straps and mounting brackets stay clear of the battery terminals. The technician replaces or adjusts the hold down straps and brackets so the batteries cannot shift into contact with metal components. Parts and labor are covered by the recall, and the dealer repair is free.
Timeline
| March 22, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 8, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 8, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 8, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 10, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 10, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V224?
Recall 19V224 covers 53 2019 Fleetwood Flair and Admiral motorhomes with auxiliary battery hold-down straps or mounting brackets that can contact battery terminals. That contact can cause a short circuit and increase fire risk. Dealers will rework the motorhome for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Fleetwood Flair or Admiral is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 19V224. If it is, contact a franchised Fleetwood dealer to schedule the auxiliary battery hold-down repair. Reference recall 19V224 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 19V224, dealers will rework the motorhome to keep the auxiliary batteries from shorting against the hold-down straps and mounting brackets free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a battery short circuit that increases fire risk. The issue involves metal battery hold-down straps or their mounting brackets contacting the auxiliary battery terminals. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought this motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2019 Fleetwood motorhome is included, then call a franchised Fleetwood dealer and reference recall 19V224.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V224000 |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood customer service | 1-800-509-3417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V224 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V224000 |
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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