1998 Fleetwood Tioga
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 |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 8 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
2 of 8 total reports mention: tires.
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CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *PH THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FROM SEPTEMBER 2001 THROUGH JANUARY 2002. NUMEROUS REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED TO CORRECT THE VIBRATION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030807
1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.
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CONSUMER NOTICED WHILE TRAVELING 65 MPH IN SIDE RIGHT DUEL TIRE BLEWOUT, RESULTING IN TIRE SEPARATING. CONSUMER CHANGED TIRE 24 HOURS LATER, OUTSIDE RIGHT REAR TIRE BLEW. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030624
1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.
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NHTSA RECALL 00V104000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 00229. CONSUMER HAS BEEN GETTING THE RUN AROUND FROM BOTH DEALER AND MANUFACTURER. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20000627
1 of 8 total reports mentions: suspension.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS C MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH A SPARE WHEEL . THIS WHEEL HAS INSUFFICIENT WEIGHT CARRYING CAPACITY WHEN MATCHED TO A MAXIMUM LOADED TIRE. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPARE WHEEL WITH A NEW HIGHER CAPACITY WHEEL.
Campaign 00V104000 — 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 Tioga — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V104000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1998 Fleetwood Tioga 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 Tioga?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Fleetwood Tioga 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.