NHTSA Recall 00V204000: Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,967 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Fleetwood Bounder Diesel.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V204000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00724 |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Report received | July 27, 2000 |
| Owner notification | August 28, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: motor homes. The power steering gear box hydraulic lines are routed too close to a sharp edge. This can cause the lines to rupture and result in a hydraulic fluid leak.
Safety risk
This fluid leakage can cause loss of the power steering assist feature.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, replace or repair damaged hoses as necessary, and relocate the affected hydraulic lines.
Notes
Owner notification began august 28, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V204000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood Bounder Diesel | 1999, 2000 |
| Fleetwood Discovery | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.