2005 Fleetwood Prowler
Only 8 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 8 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 |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 3 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 8 total reports mentions: trailer hitches.
1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 8 total reports mentions: suspension.
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WE WERE DRIVING ON US 64 IN COLUMBIA, NORTH CAROLINA. OUR SON WAS FOLLOWING BEHIND US WHEN MY SON NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER OUR 2005, REGAL PROWLER FIFTH WHEEL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050817
1 of 8 total reports mentions: suspension.
1 of 8 total reports mentions: suspension.
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I HAVE 2005 POWERLER AND THE WELDSON THE X MEMBERS WERE NOT WELDED ALL THE WAY I CHECKED IF THERE WAS ANY RECALLS AND THERE WAS BUT THE RECALLS DO NOT COVER MY TRAILER BUT THIS IS A LIPPERT FRAME AND IS THE SAME FRAME THAT WAS RECALLED I AM THE ONLY...
NHTSA ODI report, 20141116
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS HAVE MISSING WELDS ON THE CHASSIS CROSS-MEMBERS.
Remedy: LIPPERT COMPONENTS, IN CONJUNCTION WITH FLEETWOOD, WILL INSPECT THE CROSS-MEMBERS FOR MISSING WELDS, REPAIR THE WELDS IF NECESSARY, AND ADD ADDITIONAL SUPPORT TO THE AFFECTED AREA. OWNERS MAY CONTACT
Campaign 05V289000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS, THE PROPANE GAS LINES THAT RUN THROUGH THE FLOOR OF THE SLIDE OUT ROOM PENETRATE THE FLOOR TOO FAR FROM THE OUTSIDE WALL CAUSING THE POTENTIAL FOR PINCHED LINES DURING
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, AS NECESSARY, REROUTE THE PROPANE GAS LINE. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FLEETWOOD AT 1-800-509-3418.
Campaign 05V433000 — check if this car was fixed
INADVERTENT SLIDE-OUT EXTENSION MOVEMENT
FLEETWOOD IS RECALLING 70,101 MY 2003-2007 SOUTHWIND, PACE ARROW, BOUNDER, FLAIR, STORM, FIESTA, TERRA GAS CLASS A MOTOR HOMES; BOUNDER, DISCOVERY, PROVIDENCE, EXCURSION, EXPEDITION, REVOLUTION, AMER
Remedy: FLEETWOOD IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FR
Campaign 08V320000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Fleetwood Prowler — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for trailer hitches issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V289000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V433000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V320000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2005 Fleetwood Prowler 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 2005 Fleetwood Prowler?
The most-reported component is trailer hitches, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Fleetwood Prowler have?
3 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.