The 1989 Fleetwood Southwind has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).
1989 Fleetwood Southwind recalls
Most common 1989 Fleetwood Southwind problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
What owners report
I WRITE THIS SHORT MEMO TO HIGHLIGHT A POTENTIALLY DEADLY DESIGN FLAW WITH OUR (AND MOST LIKELY OTHER SIMILAR MODELS) SOUTHWIND RV'S (CHASSIS NUMBER [XXX]) THAT RESULTED IN A COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY. (THIS IS NOT A CLAIM FOR REIMBURSEMENT, IT IS INTENDED TO ALERT YOU IN TIME TO EVALUATE THE DEFECT AND ALERT OTHERS BEFORE LIVES ARE POSSIBLY LOST. *AK INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
SIDE OF VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED IN TWO PIECES, THE HORIZONTAL STRIP THAT SECURES THE TWO PIECES FAILED.
CRACKS ON THE EXTERIOR CORNERS OF THE DOOR/WINDOWS.
1989 Fleetwood Southwind questions
Does the 1989 Fleetwood Southwind have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1989 Fleetwood Southwind: Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Fleetwood Southwind?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 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.