The 1998 Fleetwood Southwind has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 167,096 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the suspension. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Recall campaigns
EQUIPMENT07V1200002007-03-19167,096 affected
Defect
CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.
Consequence
RELEASE OF COOLANT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD IGNITE AND RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
FLEETWOOD WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST…
Complaints by component
SUSPENSION
2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2
1fires
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
1
1fires
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:SLIDE-IN CAMPER
1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
1
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
1
STEERING
1
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
1
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
1
Total complaints14
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“Tl*the contact owns a 1998 fleetwood rv. While driving 60 mph he heard a bang then felt wind coming from the top of the vehicle. When he pulled over, he noticed a crack on the driver side of the windshield. A representative inspected the rv and stated that the windshield needed more fiberglass.…”
“Tank developed leak at seam. Repair shop reported replacing several fuel tanks under warranty on this model in previous years. Appears to be prevelant problem with design.*ak”
“The fuel line to the generator rotted out and began leaking down the fuel tank. *ak”
“Vehiclee had an electrical wiring problem. Also, there were nine leaks in the vehicle, including in the shower/kitchen and other areas. Also, electrical system burned out twice, and when vehicle was parked it caught on fire. A loud popping sound came from the kitchen sink. Consumer felt vehicle…”
“Vehiclee had an electrical wiring problem. Also, there were nine leaks in the vehicle, including in the shower/kitchen and other areas. Also, electrical system burned out twice, and when vehicle was parked it caught on fire. A loud popping sound came from the kitchen sink. Consumer felt vehicle…”
“Rear axle differential defective resulting in grinding of the gears, replaced unit however new unit failed also.”
“Front wheel on the driver's side separated from the vehicle caused by ungreased wheel bearings. Please give any further details. *ak”
“Suspension system of the motorhome is not adequate for the weight and distribution causing severe handling problems. *mjs”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL,
FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1998 Fleetwood Southwind as of
July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page
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