1997 Fleetwood Bounder
Only 29 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 29 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 29 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 29 total reports mention: visibility.
2 of 29 total reports mention: suspension.
2 of 29 total reports mention: suspension.
2 of 29 total reports mention: structure.
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VEHICLE IS OVERWEIGHT ON THE LEFT SIDE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19970627
2 of 29 total reports mention: power train.
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE E-Z SLIDE-OUT ROOM CAN OPERATE UNEXPECTEDLY. WATER CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE SLIDE-OUT ROOM CONTROL RELAY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REPLACEMENT CONTROL RELAY IN A WATERPROOF LOCATION ON THESE MOTOR HOMES.
Campaign 96V236000 — check if this car was fixed
MISWIRING OF THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMP RECEPTACLE FOR THE REPLACEABLE HALOGEN LAMP CAUSES A NONCOMPLIANCE TO FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND MODIFY THE MOTOR HOME WIRING TO PROVIDE CORRECT CIRCUIT CONNECTIONS.
Campaign 96V220000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS A MOTOR HOMES. THE HYDRAULIC HOSES WHICH OPERATE THE LEVELING JACK SYSTEM IS ROUTED TOO CLOSE TO THE ENGINE EXHAUST MANIFOLD CAUSING THE HOSE TO MELT, RELEASING HYDRAULIC
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, REPLACE ANY DAMAGED HOSES, AND RELOCATE THE AFFECTED HYDRAULIC LINES.
Campaign 97V178000 — 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
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
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Fleetwood Bounder — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 96V236000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V220000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 97V178000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V147000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1997 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 1997 Fleetwood Bounder?
The most-reported component is visibility:glass, side/rear, accounting for 7% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder have?
5 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.