1988 Fleetwood Wilderness
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes, electric.
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UNSECURED ELECTRIC BRAKE WIRES VIBRATE UP AND DOWN DUE TO ROAD VIBRATION CAUSING THE INSULATION TO WEAR OFF AND THE WIRES TOO SHORT RESULTING IN SPORADIC AND INTERMITTENT BRAKE FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990318
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1988 Fleetwood Wilderness — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, electric issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1988 Fleetwood Wilderness 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 1988 Fleetwood Wilderness?
The most-reported component is service brakes, electric, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Fleetwood Wilderness have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.