CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Fleetwood Bounder has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (2 reports).
2016 Fleetwood Bounder recalls
Generator Exhaust Pipe Can Leak Deadly Carbon Monoxide
The generator exhaust pipe on certain motorhomes exits the vehicle within its departure angle, meaning it can be struck and damaged when driving over uneven ground or obstacles.
Battery Tray May Detach, Risking Acid Leak or Fire
The welds that attach the battery tray to the underside of the chassis may be insufficient.
Most common 2016 Fleetwood Bounder problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
Upon inspecting the bottom of my RV after my trip. I noticed the following: Rear sway bar bushing/ saddle bracket became loose. Lost 1 bolt (bottom) and the other (upper) bolt is loose. The upper bolt holding the rubber bushing and saddle bracket and saddle bracket is bent. 2016 Fleetwood Bounder 35K.
THE DRIVER & PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS HAVE FOGGED UP SO BAD WE CAN'T SEE THE REAR VIEW MIRRORS. THEY ARE DUAL PANE. STARTED 2ND YEAR OF OWNERSHIP. STATIONARY, IN MOTION, JUST KEEPS GETTING WORSE.
THE PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT BECOMES TWISTED AND TANGLED EACH TIME THE SEAT IS ROTATED TOWARD THE LIVING AREA. THE SEAT ONLY TURNS ONE DIRECTION BECAUSE ENGINE DOGHOUSE GETS IN WAY. SEATBELT IS UNUSABLE. DRIVER SIDE WIPER CLIP FALLS OFF STOPPING WIPER
ON 2 OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE STOPPED ALL ELECTRICAL DEVICES STOPPED, NO BRAKES, NO POWERS STEERING, NO LIGHTS, NOT EVEN A HORN. LAST INCIDENT WAS MERGING INTO 70 MPH TRAFFIC ON INTERSTATE. I WAS ABLE TO GET VEHICLE STOPPED ON SHOULDER AND IT WAS RECOVERED BY WRECKER. CHASSIS IS FORD V10 .
TRAVELING 55 MPH ON INTERSTATE-10, TUCSON, AZ., NMT 10 MILES FROM RV DEALERSHIP, BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH YELLOW HAZARD LIGHT. BRAKE PEDAL NEARLY TOUCHED FLOOR WHILE STOPPING, VERY LITTLE STOPPING ACTION. FORD DIAGNOSTIC SHOWED FAILURE OF ABS BRAKE MODULE. 35-FOOT LONG RV HAD TO BE TOWED. *JS
2016 Fleetwood Bounder questions
Does the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder: Generator Exhaust Pipe Can Leak Deadly Carbon Monoxide; Battery Tray May Detach, Risking Acid Leak or Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (2), Visibility/Wiper (2), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Fleetwood Bounder 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.