1999 Fleetwood Discovery
Only 16 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 16 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 |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 16 total reports mention: tires.
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VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THREE BLOW OUTS.*MR THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD BE THE TIRE DEALER THAT THE SIDEWALL WERE WEAK WHICH CAUSED THE BLOWOUTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20031016
WHILE DRIVING, THE RIGHT REAR DUAL TIRE EXPERIENCED A BLOW OUT. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030910
2 of 16 total reports mention: tires.
1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 16 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 16 total reports mentions: structure.
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WHILE TRAVELING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION PASSANGER'S DOOR WILL OPEN WHILE LOCKED. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK THE PROBLEM WAS SOLVED BY REPLACING THE DOOR. *YH
NHTSA ODI report, 20001108
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES. THE POWER STEERING GEAR BOX HYDRAULIC LINES ARE ROUTED TOO CLOSE TO A SHARP EDGE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE LINES TO RUPTURE AND RESULT IN A HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAK.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, REPLACE OR REPAIR DAMAGED HOSES AS NECESSARY, AND RELOCATE THE AFFECTED HYDRAULIC LINES.
Campaign 00V204000 — 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
1999 Fleetwood Discovery — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V204000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 Fleetwood Discovery 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 1999 Fleetwood Discovery?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Fleetwood Discovery 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.