NHTSA Recall 04V454000: Brake lights (exterior lighting)
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2004 Fleetwood Bounder.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V454000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 40903 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | September 27, 2004 |
| Owner notification | October 1, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain motorhomes do not have brake lights that illuminate considerably brighter than the running or turn signal lamps if all are on at the same time.
Safety risk
This condition may result in a crash if the following vehicle's operator is unaware that you have applied your brakes.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and modify the wiring harness. The recall began on october 1, 2004. Owners should contact fleetwood at 1-800-509-3418.
Notes
Fleetwood recall no. 40903.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 04V454000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood Bounder | 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.