1984 Fleetwood Southwind
Only 3 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 3 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 |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2002 | 4 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.
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SUMMITT TIRE TREAD SEPARATION.
NHTSA ODI report, 19970527
1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.
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TIRE FAILURE. *AK (TIRESIZE: 7.50R16LT)
NHTSA ODI report, 20020117
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.
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FUEL LEAK FROM THE MAIN FUEL TANK TO THE AUXILIARY GENERATOR AT THE POINT WHERE LINE GOES THROUGH MOTORHOME. NO PROTECTION ON THE LINE TO PREVENT CHAFING FROM VIBRATION AGAINST THE SHARP EDGE HOLES IN FRAME. (QCAW)
NHTSA ODI report, 19980826
SAFETY TIMELINE
TRAILER HITCHES CAN CRACK AT THE MOUNTING FLANGES AND SEPARATE FROM THE MOTORHOME WHILE BEING USED IN TRAILER OR CAR TOWING SERVICE.
Remedy: MODIFY OR REPLACE HITCH, AS REQUIRED.
Campaign 85V056000 — check if this car was fixed
MAIN FUEL TANK FILLER CAP MAY DISENGAGE SUDDENLY WHEN REMOVING THE CAP FOR REFUELING. THE SUDDEN CAP DISENGAGEMENT PERMITS EXPULSION OF VAPOR AND UNDER SOME CIRCUMSTANCES, SPRAYS GASOLINE AROUND THE SURROUNDING AREA OR PERSONS.
Remedy: REQUIRES THE REPLACEMENT OF THE SINGLE STAGE BAYONET CAP WITH A TWO STAGE CAP WHICH REQUIRES AN ADDITIONAL ROTATION PRIOR TO REMOVAL. ALSO A WARNING LABEL STICKER WILL BE ISSUED TO BE INSTALLED JUST ABOVE THE GASOLINE FILL OPENING.
Campaign 85V106000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1984 Fleetwood Southwind — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, other issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 85V056000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
- Verify recall 85V106000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1984 Fleetwood Southwind 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 1984 Fleetwood Southwind?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Fleetwood Southwind 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.