NHTSA Recall 03V225000: Suspension: control arm
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 118 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the American Eagle 42E.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V225000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM |
| Report received | June 11, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorhomes equipped with tuthill independent front suspensions, the defect is insufficient tightening torque of the steering knuckle carrier bolt that may result in separation of the steering knuckle from one of the control arms.
Safety risk
Should the steering knuckle carrier separate from the control arm, the operator could loose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Tuthill will notify its customers and provide a retrofit kit p/n k704627 free of charge. 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 tuthill transport technologies at 800-225-7824 (ext. #390) or fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
Notes
Customers can 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 03V225000
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.