NHTSA Recall 12V535000: Structure
FLEETWOOD RV, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 842 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Fleetwood Encounter.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V535000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 121025FRV |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | November 6, 2012 |
| Owner notification | December 19, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 Encounter vehicles manufactured from November 19, 2009, through May 13, 2010; 2011-2013 Storm vehicles manufactured from May 21, 2010, through September 18, 2012; and 2012 Terra vehicles manufactured from April 26, 2011, through March 13, 2012. The entry step to the motorhome lacks sufficient support and may become damaged by repeated use.
Safety risk
The step may collapse during use potentially causing personal injury.
Remedy
Fleetwood RV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reinforce the step structural support. The safety recall began during December 2012. Owners may contact Fleetwood RV Owner Relations at 1-800-509-3418.
Notes
Fleetwood RV's safety recall number is 121025FRV. Owners 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 www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V535000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood Encounter | 2010, 2011 |
| Fleetwood Storm | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Fleetwood Terra | 2012 |
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.