1989 Fleetwood Southwind Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

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).

2Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes 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.

1989 Fleetwood Southwind recalls

Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

Recall 92V052Apr 14, 199220,413 vehicles affected

Most common 1989 Fleetwood Southwind problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

What owners report

1999-05-29, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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
1999-04-09, Structure
SIDE OF VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED IN TWO PIECES, THE HORIZONTAL STRIP THAT SECURES THE TWO PIECES FAILED.
1997-06-27, Structure
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.

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