NHTSA Recall 04V034000: Pump (steering)
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 110 vehicles. It affects 2004 Fleetwood American Eagle.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V034000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › PUMP |
| Report received | January 28, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorhomes built on spartan chassis, the angle of the hoses from the hydraulic pump could contact the positive stud on the starter.
Safety risk
This could result in close contact with the starter and cause ignition of hydraulic fluid which could result in injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
Spartan is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace on vehicles with cummins isl engines and 39mt delco starters at least one of the 45 degree fittings with a 90 degree fitting and also replace the hose assembly. On isl and isc engines with 42mt delco starter, dealers will change one fitting at the rear of the hydraulic pump and re-route a hose. 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 spartan at 1-517-543-6400 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 04V034000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood American Eagle | 2004 |
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.