NHTSA Recall 03V169000: Driveshaft (power train)
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 740 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Fleetwood Jamboree R.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V169000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 30505 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | May 6, 2003 |
| Owner notification | May 27, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain models r, v, and w motor homes, the intermediate drive shaft will vibrate excessively, leading to carrier bearing failure.
Safety risk
This carrier bearing failure will lead to drive shaft failure and the loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, replace, and/or retorque the carrier bearing bolts as necessary. Owner notification began may 27, 2003. 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
Fleetwood recall no. 30505.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 03V169000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood Jamboree R | 2003 |
| Fleetwood Jamboree V | 2003 |
| Fleetwood Jamboree W | 2003 |
| Fleetwood Tioga | 2003 |
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.