1988 Fleetwood Southwind Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1988 Fleetwood Southwind has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).

2Recalls
2Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Southwind?

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

1988 Fleetwood Southwind recalls

Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

Recall 92V052Apr 14, 199220,413 vehicles affected

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables

Recall 88V097Jun 24, 198816,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1988 Fleetwood Southwind problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure2

What owners report

1998-09-17, Structure
GLUE IS SEPARATING OUTER WALLS OF BODY. QCAW
1997-07-14, Structure
THE MOTORHOME WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WHERE IT HIT ANOTHER CAR AND THE RV DISINTEGRATED AND ONLY THE CHASSIS REMAINED, THE DRIVER WAS SEVERELY INJURED. *AK

1988 Fleetwood Southwind questions

Does the 1988 Fleetwood Southwind have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1988 Fleetwood Southwind: Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1988 Fleetwood Southwind?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Fleetwood Southwind 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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