Fleetwood Montara problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1994–1997: 2 recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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What owners complain about (all years)
Recent recalls
Tires #00V104000 · 2000 · 3,897 units
Problem: Vehicle description: class c motor homes equipped with a spare wheel . this wheel has insufficient weight carrying capacity when matched to a maximum loaded tire. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
Risk: premature wheel failure can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Fix: Dealers will replace the spare wheel with a new higher capacity wheel.
Electrical System #94V012000 · 1994 · 458 units
Problem: The electrical cable between the engine compartment and the generator compartment is routed too close to the left-hand engine exhaust manifold which causes the cable insulation to melt and possibly catch on fire.
Risk: A fire will endanger the life of vehicle occupants and/or surrounding structures.
Fix: Dealers will inspect, relocate, and secure the affected battery cable away from the engine exhaust manifold and replace any damaged cables.
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