1998 Fleetwood Wilderness
Only 4 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 4 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
CRASH DEATHShow complaint excerpts
"BARGMAN ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR" CAME LOOSE FROM SOCKET WHILE TOWING, RESULTED IN LOSS OF BRAKES ON TRAILER, AND CAUSING AN ACCIDENT WHICH RESULTED IN A FATALITY. BARGMAN IS AN ELECTRICAL CONX THAT CONNECTS TRAILER TO TOW VEHICLE.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020909
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, electric.
CRASH INJURY DEATH1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment.
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DESIGN/LOCATION OF THE PROPANE GAS LINES (OUTSIDE FRAME)COULD BE DANGEROUS IF TIRE BLEW OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 19980420
1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
5TH WHEEL TRAILER: THE BARGMAN 7-WAY ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR PLUG CAME LOOSE FROM ITS BARGMAN SOCKET MOUNTED IN THE WHEEL WELL OF THE OWNER'S TOW VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020912
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 Wilderness — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, electric issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for equipment 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 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 1998 Fleetwood Wilderness?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Fleetwood Wilderness 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.