1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow
Only 11 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 11 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 | 1 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 3 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 11 total reports mention: tires.
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(1) TREAD SEPARATION AND (2) BLOWOUTS OUT OF (9) KUHMO ROAD VENTURE APT/KL51, 235X85X16 E RATED TIRES WITHIN 6600 MILES OF INSTALLATION. THE FIRST TIRE SEPARATED AT 2957 MILES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100908
2 of 11 total reports mention: suspension.
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SUSPENSION OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR AND A BLOW OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 19980624
1 of 11 total reports mentions: wheels.
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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BOTH FRONT WINDSHIELDS PARTIALLY POPPED OUT OF THEIR FRAME LEAVING OPEN GAPS BETWEEN THE WINDSHIELDS AND THE GASKET ALLOWING WIND AND WATER TO ENTER THE VEHICLE. THIS IS THE THIRD (OR FORTH) SUCH OCCURRENCE SINCE I PURCHASED THE RV IN 2000.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120701
1 of 11 total reports mentions: suspension.
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
CO INTRUSION
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 Pace Arrow — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 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 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow 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 Pace Arrow?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow 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.