NHTSA Recall 06V333000: Temporary/emergency spare tire (tires)
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 429 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Fleetwood Orbit.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V333000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 60828 |
| Component | TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE |
| Report received | September 7, 2006 |
| Owner notification | October 31, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain travel trailers may have been equipped with improperly constructed spare tire support brackets that cause the spare tire to hang too low to the ground.
Safety risk
If the spare tire contacts the ground it can break away from its support, creating a road hazard which may result in vehicle damage and/or personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and relocate the spare tire and carrier to allow sufficient ground clearance free of charge. The recall began on october 31, 2006. Owners may contact fleetwood at 800-445-3307.
Notes
Fleetwood recall no. 60828.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V333000
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.