1997 Fleetwood Terry
Only 6 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 6 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 |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 4 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires.
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GOODYEAR MARATHON TIRES MODEL# ST225/75R15 KEEP BLOWING OUT WHILE DRIVING. MANUFACTURER IS AWARE, AND HAS REPLACED THE TIRES ON THIS VEHICLE. BUT, KEEPS SELLING THE OLD TIRES TO OTHER CONSUMERS. ASKING NHTSA TO LOOK INTO THIS MATTER. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19990930
1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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WHILE TRAVELING AND APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO TRAVEL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND NOTICED BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SPRING WAS BROKEN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000407
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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WHILE DRIVING, THE TRAILER'S BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED. ON INVESTIGATION, THE BRAKE TENSIONERS ON ALL 4 WHEELS HAD FALLEN OUT OF POSITION AND INTO THE BOTTOM OF THE DRUM. THE SPRINGS WERE ALSO IN THE BOTTOM OF THE DRUMS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020912
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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BRAKE SPRING JAMMED THE COIL AND BRAKES LOCKED UP CAUSED BURNED THE INTIRE BRAKE SYSTEM. YH
NHTSA ODI report, 20000322
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 Terry — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1997 Fleetwood Terry 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 Terry?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Fleetwood Terry have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.