NHTSA Complaint #11629196 — 2022 FLEETWOOD FORTIS

The Tow Hitch, on the rear of the motorhome, broke off while towing my car. This caused my car to be released from the motorhome at 65 mph on southbound I-75 in KY. The car careened into the center median barrier. Luckily, the car did not impact anyone or anything else while it was out of control. The manufacturer, REV/Fleetwood has issued a Recall Notice for a broken Tow Hitch, for a similar motorhome, using the same hitch supplier, mounted to a similar chassis, during the same time frame. Pictures have been sent to REV/Fleetwood, a Scott County Kentucky Sheriff, a Progressive Insurance adjuster and Lexington Hitch and Trailer have inspected the Tow Hitch. I had no indication of the failure, other than another motorist, who flagged me down immediately after the separation. Please note: The REV/Fleetwood action is # Recall Bulletin 230516REV. It is a pdf document, that is too large to upload to this site.