1998 Fleetwood Discovery Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1998 Fleetwood Discovery has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Equipment (9 reports).

2Recalls
18Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Discovery?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Fleetwood Discovery recalls

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

Recall 07V120Mar 19, 2007167,096 vehicles affected

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Recall 00V204Jul 27, 20004,967 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Fleetwood Discovery problems

Problem areas named in the 18 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Equipment9
Tires4
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Structure2
Electrical System1
Exterior Lighting1
Steering1
Fuel System, Other1

What owners report

2009-02-09, Equipment
DOMETIC RECALL REFRIGERATOR REF.#26168178 MOD: RM3862 SER: 80800266 GAS LEAK/ AMMONIA LEAK/ DOMETIC RECOMMENDS NOT USING AS THERE IS A FIRE / DEATH BY GAS LEAKING BUT WILL NOT FIX. *TR
2005-05-19, Steering
1998 DISCOVERY FLEETWOOD MOTORHOME POWER STEERING HOSE FAILED. *MR THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED WHAT IS EXPLAINED IN RECALL CAMPAIGN# 00V204000. THE HOSE RUPTURED. THE DEALER SUGGESTED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THEY WOULD DO NOTHING TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. THE CONSUMER FELT THAT THE INITIAL REPAIR WAS NOT COMPLETED PROPERLY. *SC *JB
2004-09-13, Tires
STEEL BELT RUSTED AND AS A RESULT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BLEWOUT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH . *AK *NM
2004-07-22, Structure
1998 DISCOVERY MOTORHOME NAR 06/26/2003 *MR CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL TO HAVE THE WELDING DONE ON THE FRAME TO THE SUB FLOORING. *PH *CB
2003-10-15, Tires
WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH AND WITH NO WARNING RIGHT FRONT TIRE SIDEWALL SEPARATED, CAUSING THE TIRE TO BLOW OUT. CONSUMER HAD TO PULL OVER. MICHELIN, XRV, SIZE 235/80R222.5, DOT#UNKNOWN . *AK

1998 Fleetwood Discovery questions

Does the 1998 Fleetwood Discovery have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1998 Fleetwood Discovery: Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Fleetwood Discovery?

Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (9), Tires (4), Fuel System, Gasoline (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Fleetwood Discovery 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.

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