2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX
The 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. The most commonly reported problem area is the Structureframe And Members (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX, potentially affecting up to 429 vehicles.
Recall 06V455000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 429 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "CERTIFICATION." THE FEDERAL CERTIFICATION TAG WAS PRINTED WITH AN INCORRECT TIRE VALUE OF 80 PSI AND THE CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE VALUE IS 65 PSI.
Consequence: DRIVING WITH OVER-INFLATED TIRES CAN CAUSE OR CONTRIBUTE TO PREMATURE TIRE FAILURE THAT COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NEW FEDERAL CERTIFICATION TAG INFORMATION ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN PERFORM THE INSTALLATION FOR THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FLEETWOOD...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structureframe And Members | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
I HAVE A 38 FT 17000 LBS FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER TOY HAULER. THE DOOR THAT COMES DOWN IN THE BACK IS SEPARATING FROM THE TRAILER I CAN SEE DAY LIGHT THROUGH THE ONE INCH GAP. THE DOOR IS HELD ON WITH A FEW BOLTS THAT ARE STRIPPED. IF IT IS NOT FIXED AND THE DOOR COMES OFF IT COULD CAUSE A MAJOR PROBLEM. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE TRAILER BOUNCED VERTICALLY WHEN IN MOTION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON ALL ROAD SURFACES. A MECHANIC BALANCED THE TIRES, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. NO OTHER VEHICLE INFORMATION WAS AVAILABLE.
Safety Rating for the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FLEETWOOD GEARBOX
- 2005 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX — 10 complaints
- 2006 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX (current)
- 2007 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX — 3 complaints
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