2005 Fleetwood American Eagle

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2005 Fleetwood American Eagle
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:40:08.074Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Fleetwood American Eagle Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 1 complaints 1994: 0 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 9 complaints 1999: 1 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 2 complaints 2011
2005: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19910
19920
19931
19940
19953
19960
19972
19989
19991
20002
20012
20021
20030
20041
20052
20062
20076
20086
20092
20100
20112

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED FUEL LEAKS FROM THE VEHICLE. WHEN PARKED, THERE IS AN APPARENT DRIPPING AND MAKES A SPOT THE SIZE OF A BASKETBALL ON EITHER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060126

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, diesel.

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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED FUEL LEAKS FROM THE VEHICLE. WHEN PARKED, THERE IS AN APPARENT DRIPPING AND MAKES A SPOT THE SIZE OF A BASKETBALL ON EITHER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060126

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050615 — steering

ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES, A PNEUMATIC LINE CAN BECOME PINCHED BETWEEN THE HYDRAULIC FILTER AND A COMPARTMENT DOOR STRUT. THE CHAFFING CAUSED BY OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE COMPARTMENT DOOR CAN C

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, REPLACE OR REPAIR DAMAGED LINES AND RELOCATE THE AFFECTED HYDRAULIC LINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FLEETWOOD AT 1-800-435-7345.

Campaign 05V166000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20060120 — PE (closed 20060502)

INADVERTENT SLIDE-OUT EXTENSION MOVEMENT

R 20081024 — equipment

FLEETWOOD IS RECALLING 70,101 MY 2003-2007 SOUTHWIND, PACE ARROW, BOUNDER, FLAIR, STORM, FIESTA, TERRA GAS CLASS A MOTOR HOMES; BOUNDER, DISCOVERY, PROVIDENCE, EXCURSION, EXPEDITION, REVOLUTION, AMER

Remedy: FLEETWOOD IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FR

Campaign 08V320000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — equipment

ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH VEHICLE SYSTEMS' AQUA-HOT AND HYDRO-HOT WATER HEATERS, WHICH USE WEBASTO BURNER TUBES, THE BURNER TUBES DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS AND COULD FAIL PREMATURELY.

Remedy: VEHICLE SYSTEMS IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VEHICLE SYSTEMS AT 1-800-685-4298 OR FLEETWOOD AT 1-800-322-8216.

Campaign 05V216000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — steering

ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH ZF MODEL 8018 STEERING GEARS, THESE GEARS MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH THE INCORRECT RECIRCULATING BALL SPACER.

Remedy: FLEETWOOD IS WORKING WITH FREIGHTLINER AND ZF TO REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07V343 AND 07E049). OWNERS MAY CONTACT FLEETWOOD AT 1-800-322-8216 OR FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.

Campaign 07V583000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Fleetwood American Eagle — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, diesel issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V216000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V583000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V166000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V320000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Fleetwood American Eagle?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 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.