1998 Fleetwood Jamboree
Only 7 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 7 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 |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
6 of 7 total reports mention: tires.
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TREAD SEPARATION
NHTSA ODI report, 20160808
IN MAY 2003 WE PURCHASED A 1998 MOTOR HOME. THE TIRES PASSED INPSECTION AND HAVE PERFECT TREAD. ON MAY 26 ONE OF THE FIRESTONE 16 TIRES BLEW ON THE HIGHWAY. WE HAD IT REPLACED. ON JULY 3, ANOTHER ON OF THE FIRESTONE TIRES BLEW.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030707
4 BLOW OUTS ON FIRESTONE STEELTEX RADIAL R4S LT 225 75 R16 M/S WITH LESS THAN 20000 MILES WHILE ON ONE TRIP WITH CONSIDERABLE DAMAGE TO OUR FLEETWOOD MOTORHOME AND BEING STRANDED FOR 3 DAYS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030509
1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.
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DT: THE CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE HAD BF GOODRICH TA ALL SEASON LOAD RANGE E COMMERCIAL TIRES. THE TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE SIDEWALL ON THE TIRES. THERE WAS DRY ROT ON THE TIRE APPROXIMATELY HALF AN INCH BELOW THE TREAD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050801
1 of 7 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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LEFT REAR TIRE BLEWOUT, CAUSING THE WIRING FROM THE VEHICLE TO BREAK, THIS CAUSED ALL SAFETY DEVICES, CO2 AND PROPANE DECTECTORS, TO FAIL, CONSUMER STATES THAT THIS IS A VERY POOR DESIGN, NO SPECIFIC TIRE INFORMATION WAS GIVEN. *SLC
NHTSA ODI report, 20011030
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS C MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH A SPARE WHEEL . THIS WHEEL HAS INSUFFICIENT WEIGHT CARRYING CAPACITY WHEN MATCHED TO A MAXIMUM LOADED TIRE. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPARE WHEEL WITH A NEW HIGHER CAPACITY WHEEL.
Campaign 00V104000 — 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
1998 Fleetwood Jamboree — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V104000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1998 Fleetwood Jamboree 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 1998 Fleetwood Jamboree?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 86% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Fleetwood Jamboree 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.