CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Fleetwood American Eagle has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1 report).
2001 Fleetwood American Eagle recalls
Most common 2001 Fleetwood American Eagle problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 FLEETWOOD AMERICAN EAGLE EQUIPPED WITH BRIDGESTONE RADIAL TIRES. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH A LOUD POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO SHAKE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND SHUT OFF. UPON EXAMINATION HE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD BLOWN OUT DUE TO TREAD SEPARATION AND SIDE WALL DAMAGE. THE DAMAGED TIRE WAS REPLACED WITH A SPARE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE EXAMINED FOR THE CAUSE OF FAILURE BUT WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THE BODY DAMAGES REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 45,000.
WHEN STOPPED, APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES CAUSES THE STEERING SYSTEM TO LOCK UP MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN THE WHEELS.THE MANUFACTURER OF THE CHASSIS HAS BEEN CONTACTED AND THEY SAY THAT THE MOTORHOME MUST BE MOVING IN ORDER TO TURN THE WHEELS. WITH A 40
2001 Fleetwood American Eagle questions
Does the 2001 Fleetwood American Eagle have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 Fleetwood American Eagle: Equipment; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Exterior Lighting:Headlights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Fleetwood American Eagle?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Fleetwood American Eagle has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.