Fleetwood Southwind problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 23 recalls on file for the Fleetwood Southwind (2010–2023).

Complaints
8
Recalls
23
Model years
13
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

20102011220121201420152016120172018201912020120211202212023
NHTSA complaints per Fleetwood Southwind model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Fleetwood Southwind model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2023 Southwind10006Engine
2022 Southwind11005Body & Structure
2021 Southwind10006Seats & Seat Belts
2020 Southwind10005—
2019 Southwind00002—
2018 Southwind00004—
2017 Southwind10001Visibility & Wipers
2016 Southwind00003—
2015 Southwind00002—
2014 Southwind10003Wheels & Tires
2012 Southwind21001Electrical System
2011 Southwind00004—
2010 Southwind00003—

Most common Fleetwood Southwind problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    2 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    1 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    1 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Fleetwood Southwind received by NHTSA each month.

Fleetwood Southwind recalls

  • Recall 25V121000Feb 27, 20252,666 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: Exhaust fumes inside the cabin increases the risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning. In addition, a detached exhaust tip can become a road hazard for other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V351000May 18, 20231,186 vehiclesModel years 2020–2023

    Risk: A tow vehicle that separates from the motorhome can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V166000Mar 14, 2023479 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V949000Dec 22, 20221,540 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

    Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 22V832000Nov 9, 2022687 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: Loose step tread may shift or detach when stepped on, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V655000Aug 30, 20224,395 vehiclesModel years 2020–2023

    Risk: A hydraulic fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V395000May 26, 2021538 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021

    Risk: Gases entering the living area increases the risk of an injury and/or death.

  • Recall 20V706000Nov 16, 2020160 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A bed frame that drops can increase the risk of an injury.

  • Recall 20V615000Oct 6, 20201,567 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 19V860000Dec 4, 20193,241 vehiclesModel years 2018–2020

    Risk: If the generator exhaust pipe is damaged, it may cause carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle, increasing the risk of an injury or death.

  • Recall 18V202000Mar 28, 20182,055 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the satellite dish detaches from the roof while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 17V802000Dec 14, 201787 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the satellite dish detaches from the roof while driving it can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 17V584000Sep 20, 2017934 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: An unsecured battery tray can cause a battery acid leak or an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire or injury.

  • Recall 15V751000Nov 13, 201515 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 15V434000Jul 7, 201532 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: In the event of an emergency, the occupant's exit from the vehicle may be delayed or prevented, increasing their risk of injury.

  • Recall 13V580000Nov 20, 2013774 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

  • Recall 13V217000May 22, 2013184 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: A loose solar panel may separate from the vehicle during travel. This may cause personal injury and/or a road hazard to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V189000May 10, 2013196 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 11V399000Aug 3, 2011408 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: This condition could lead to excessive temperature, arcing or thermal damage at the connection point, and potential damage to the panel board's electrical insulation. This could lead to fire, property damage, or personal injury.

  • Recall 11V298000May 24, 2011703 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: A damaged wire harness can result in an electrical short, result in intermittent operation of electrical systems vehicle "shut down", and/or lead to a fire, and may result in loss of vehicle control, injury, or death.

  • Recall 11V074000Jan 28, 201188 vehiclesModel years 2010–2011

    Risk: The sensing algorithm or thermal switch designed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected may not activate in sufficient time to prevent a fire.

  • Recall 11V009000Jan 7, 201111 vehiclesModel years 2010–2011

    Risk: The damage has the potential to lead to an unintended release of lpg gas and could result in a fire which may lead to death, injury or loss of the vehicle.

  • Recall 10V251000Jun 9, 201044 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: An electrical short in the alternator may occur without warning possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.

Other Fleetwood models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology