1996 Fleetwood Bounder
Only 24 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 24 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 |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 24 total reports mention: visibility.
2 of 24 total reports mention: visibility.
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STATIONARY INSULATED WINDOWS ON PASSENGER AND DRIVERS SIDE CLOUDED MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE REAR VIEW MIRRORS AND TO SEE APPROACHING TRAFFIC FROM LEFT AND RIGHT AT INTERSECTIONS. *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20050814
DT: CONSUMER STATES: PASSENGER'S WINDOW WAS REPLACED, WINDOW WAS ALMOST OPENED. HAD TO OPEN THE WINDOW, AND PUT HEAD OUT IN ORDER TO SEE TO BACK UP OR TO CHANGE LANES.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20050524
2 of 24 total reports mention: power train.
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VEHICLE IS DIFFICULT TO STEER, FRONT AXLE IS WARPED. POWER STEERING GEAR BOX WAS WRONG. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960307
VEHICLE IS DIFFICULT TO STEER, FRONT AXLE IS WARPED. POWER STEERING GEAR BOX WAS WRONG. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960307
2 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.
1 of 24 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FLEETWOOD BOUNDER MOTOR HOME. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SIDE WINDOWS WERE DEFECTIVE. THE WINDOWS WERE FOGGY AND OBSTRUCTED THE CONTACT'S VIEW WHILE REVERSING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160420
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE ELECTRIC WIRE USED TO POWER THE EXPANDABLE ROOM HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR WAS NOT EQUIPPED WITH A CIRCUIT BREAKER. OVERHEATING OF THE WIRE CAN OCCUR WITH INCORRECT EXPANDABLE ROOM OPERATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A CIRCUIT BREAKER TO THE EXPANDABLE ROOM SYSTEM PUMP MOTOR WIRE. FLEETWOOD WILL ALSO PROVIDE A VEHICLE LABEL TO IDENTIFY THE LOCATION OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER, AND WILL PROVIDE OWNE
Campaign 96V102000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES. THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOWS DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS," FOR AN ACCEPTABLE LEVEL OF TINT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE WINDOWS.
Campaign 98V147000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1996 Fleetwood Bounder — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 96V102000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V147000 (visibility) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1996 Fleetwood Bounder 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 1996 Fleetwood Bounder?
The most-reported component is visibility:windshield, accounting for 8% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Fleetwood Bounder have?
2 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.