2000 Fleetwood American Eagle
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: equipment.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
2000 AMERICAN EAGLE RV REFRIGERATOR CAUGHT ON FIRE, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF THE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20060129
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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ENGINE WAS SHUTDOWN TWICE WITHIN THE FIRST 1500 MILES BY THE COMPUTER ENGINE PROTECTION SHUTDOWN FEATURE, THE SPECIFIC MALFUNCTION WHICH CAUSED THE SHUTDOWN WAS LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE, ERROR CODE, THE CHASSIS IS MADE BY SPARTAN. *YH
NHTSA ODI report, 20010828
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES. THE SUBJECT MOTOR HOMES, WHEN BUILT WITH A DISPROPORTIONATE FRONT AXLE WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION, FULLY EQUIPPED, LOADED WITH CARGO, AND OPERATED WITH IMPROPER TIRE PRE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL EQUIP THE SUBJECT MOTOR HOMES WITH NEW LARGER CAPACITY FRONT TIRES, WILL ADJUST THE WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION ON THE FRONT AXLE (IF NECESSARY), APPLY NEW CERTIFICATION LABELS, AND REINFORCE CON
Campaign 99V277000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE REL
Remedy: FLEETWOOD WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND
Campaign 07V120000 — check if this car was fixed
FLEETWOOD IS RECALLING CERTAIN CLASS A GAS AND DIESEL MOTOR HOMES, CLASS C MOTOR HOMES, CONVENTIONAL AND FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH NORCOLD REFRIGERATORS. A LOW CYCLE FATIGUE FAILURE I
Remedy: FLEETWOOD IS WORKING WITH NORCOLD TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS. NORCOLD WILL PROVIDE THERMAL SWITCH KITS TO OWNERS ALONG WITH THE NECESSARY FORMS AND INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DU
Campaign 08V240000 — check if this car was fixed
FLEETWOOD RV IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 AND 2006 MOTORHOMES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JULY 24, 2004 AND MARCH 11, 2005, EQUIPPED WITH NORCOLD MODEL 1200LR, 1200LRIM, AND 1201LRIM REFRIGERATORS W
Remedy: FLEETWOOD RV WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLE'S REFRIGERATOR WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FLEETWOOD RV AT 1-800
Campaign 09V312000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Fleetwood American Eagle — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V277000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V240000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V312000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2000 Fleetwood American Eagle reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Fleetwood American Eagle?
The most-reported component is equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Fleetwood American Eagle have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.