1998 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.
2 of 6 total reports mention: structure.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 FLEETWOOD TERRY TRAILER. THE CONTACT NOTICED FLUID LEAKING UNDERNEATH THE TRAILER AND A STRESS FRACTURE ON THE FRAME'S CROSS MEMBER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070405
I HAVE A STRUCTURAL DEFECT IN THE KING PIN AREA OF MY FLEETWOOD TERRY TRAVEL TRAILER.I TOOK MY TRAIRLER TO AN AUTHRIZED REPAIR SHOP FOR FLEETWOOD AS I WAS INSTRUCTED TO DO BY FLEETWOOD REPRESINATIVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20041210
2 of 6 total reports mention: equipment.
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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE SAMSUNG MICROWAVE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE PREVIOUS OWNERS INFORMED THE CONTACT THE MICROWAVE COULD COME ON BY ITSELF AT TIMES. THE CONTACT SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE MICROWAVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060424
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.
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FRAME IS TWISTED AT REAR OF VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990201
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRAVEL TRAILERS (ONLY MODELS 26A AND 24B ARE AFFECTED, AND FURTHER IDENTIFIED BY THE CHARACTERS "7A26" OR "7B24" IN THE FOURTH THROUGH SEVENTH POSITIONS OF THE VEHICLE IDENTIFIC
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RELOCATE AND SECURE THE BATTERY CABLE AND MAIN WIRING HARNESS AWAY FROM THE GENERATOR EXHAUST SYSTEM; INSTALL A HEAT SHIELD TO PROTECT WIRING FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT EXPOSURE FROM THE GENERAT
Campaign 98V191000 — 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 Terry — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 98V191000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1998 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 1998 Fleetwood Terry?
The most-reported component is structure:frame and members:underbody shields, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Fleetwood Terry 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.