NHTSA Recall 02V271000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 69 vehicles. It affects 2002 Fleetwood Discovery.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V271000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | October 3, 2002 |
| Owner notification | October 11, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes equipped with option #149 (norcold refrigerators), the electrical wiring may be pinched at the rear of the refrigerator causing the wiring to short against other wires in the area or metal components of the refrigerator.
Safety risk
This could cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, replace or repair damaged 110 volt and 12 volt wires as necessary. Owner notification began october 11, 2002. 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.
Notes
Customers can 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 02V271000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood Discovery | 2002 |
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.