2022 Fleetwood Southwind Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2022 Fleetwood Southwind has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Trailer Hitches (1 report).

5Recalls
1Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2022 Fleetwood Southwind recalls

Exhaust Tip Can Detach, Letting Fumes Into Cabin

Recall 25V121Feb 27, 20252,666 vehicles affected

The engine exhaust tip on certain motorhomes may detach.

Tow Hitch May Fail, Letting Towed Vehicle Separate

Recall 23V351May 18, 20231,186 vehicles affected

The tow hitch on certain motorhomes may become damaged from stress or from the vehicle being overloaded.

Propane Leak Risk from Faulty LPG Tank Valves

Recall 22V949Dec 22, 20221,540 vehicles affected

Some motorhomes have LPG (propane) tank service valves with improper thread depth, which can allow propane to leak.

Loose Entry Step Tread Can Shift or Detach

Recall 22V832Nov 9, 2022687 vehicles affected

Certain motorhomes may have an interior entryway step tread that is not properly secured, so the tread can become loose.

Hydraulic leak can cause fire in some motorhomes

Recall 22V655Aug 30, 20224,395 vehicles affected

Some motorhomes have hydraulic lines that may have been routed, secured, or protected improperly.

Most common 2022 Fleetwood Southwind problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Trailer Hitches1

What owners report

2024-06-17, Trailer Hitches
The contact owns a 2022 Fleetwood Southwind RV built on a 2021 Ford Chassis. The contact stated while driving 69 MPH with a 2021 Jeep Wrangler hitched to the RV, the tow hitch failed, causing the Jeep vehicle to detach. The contact stated that the vehicle drove off the highway and into a 200-yard-steep ditch. The contact veered to the side of the road. The State police troopers were able to locate the vehicle after 1 hour. The vehicle was towed and totaled. There were no injuries sustained. A police report was filed. The contact stated that he purchased a new tow hitch that was reinforced with three steel plates by an auto welding repair shop. The contact later received a recall notification

2022 Fleetwood Southwind questions

Does the 2022 Fleetwood Southwind have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2022 Fleetwood Southwind: Exhaust Tip Can Detach, Letting Fumes Into Cabin; Tow Hitch May Fail, Letting Towed Vehicle Separate; Propane Leak Risk from Faulty LPG Tank Valves; Loose Entry Step Tread Can Shift or Detach; Hydraulic leak can cause fire in some motorhomes. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Fleetwood Southwind?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Trailer Hitches (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 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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