2002 Fleetwood Flair
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 |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 4 |
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 3 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
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: service brakes, hydraulic.
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WHILE BRAKING 60 MPH PEDAL WAS HARD AND WENT TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONSUMER MANAGED TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY PULLING OVER INTO A DITCH. CAUSE HAS YET TO BE DETERMINED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030922
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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THE PARKING BRAKE STARTED LEAKING HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID AND I WAS NOT ABLE TO MOVE THE MOTORHOME. I HAD IT TOWED TO WORKHORSE DEALER TO HAVE IT FIXED. MY MOTORHOME IS NOW CURRENTLY IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH THE SAME PROBLEM! *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130820
1 of 2 total reports mentions: parking brake.
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THE PARKING BRAKE STARTED LEAKING HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID AND I WAS NOT ABLE TO MOVE THE MOTORHOME. I HAD IT TOWED TO WORKHORSE DEALER TO HAVE IT FIXED. MY MOTORHOME IS NOW CURRENTLY IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH THE SAME PROBLEM! *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130820
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN MOTOR HOME CHASSIS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR MAY NOT FU
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THESE VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY W
Campaign 03V066000 — check if this car was fixed
INADVERTENT SLIDE-OUT EXTENSION MOVEMENT
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 509 MY 2001-2008 CLASS A MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH AXLES THAT INCLUDE BOSCH ZOPS OR ZOHT PIN SLIDE HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKES. WHEN COMBINED WITH OCCASIONAL OR SEASONAL VEHICLE OPERA
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE. WORKHORSE IS HANDLING THE REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN PLEASE SEE 09V-110. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFI
Campaign 09V198000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH SAMSUNG MICROWAVE OVENS, THESE OVENS WERE PRODUCED WITH A DEFECTIVE PANEL. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR BETWEEN CIRCUIT PATTERNS ON THE MEMBRANE PANEL, ESPECIALLY OVERLAPPED BY A "JUMPER" OR JUMP WIRE.
Remedy: SAMSUNG WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND REPAIR THE PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. IN THE MEANTIME, CONSUMERS SHOULD UNPLUG THEIR MICROWAVE, IF POSSIBLE.
Campaign 03V452000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Fleetwood Flair — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for parking brake issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 03V452000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 03V066000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V198000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2002 Fleetwood Flair 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 2002 Fleetwood Flair?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Fleetwood Flair 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.