2005 Fleetwood Wilderness
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: trailer hitches.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.
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MY HUSBAND AND I PURCHASED A 2005 5TH WHEEL FLEETWOOD GEARBOX. WE FILLED OUR WATER TANK AND IT CAUSED THE HOLDING BRACKETS AND THE FLOOR TO BEND. WE TOOK IT BACK TO EARNHARTS SERVICE DEPT AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD NOT WARRANTY THE BRACKETS OR FLOOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060718
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.
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EVENTS: TOWED 27' FLEETWOOD TRAVEL TRAILER FROM HEWITT, TX TO RED RIVER, NM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20061010
1 of 6 total reports mentions: equipment.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS HAVE MISSING WELDS ON THE CHASSIS CROSS-MEMBERS.
Remedy: LIPPERT COMPONENTS, IN CONJUNCTION WITH FLEETWOOD, WILL INSPECT THE CROSS-MEMBERS FOR MISSING WELDS, REPAIR THE WELDS IF NECESSARY, AND ADD ADDITIONAL SUPPORT TO THE AFFECTED AREA. OWNERS MAY CONTACT
Campaign 05V289000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS, THE PROPANE GAS LINES THAT RUN THROUGH THE FLOOR OF THE SLIDE OUT ROOM PENETRATE THE FLOOR TOO FAR FROM THE OUTSIDE WALL CAUSING THE POTENTIAL FOR PINCHED LINES DURING
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, AS NECESSARY, REROUTE THE PROPANE GAS LINE. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FLEETWOOD AT 1-800-509-3418.
Campaign 05V433000 — check if this car was fixed
INADVERTENT SLIDE-OUT EXTENSION MOVEMENT
FLEETWOOD IS RECALLING 70,101 MY 2003-2007 SOUTHWIND, PACE ARROW, BOUNDER, FLAIR, STORM, FIESTA, TERRA GAS CLASS A MOTOR HOMES; BOUNDER, DISCOVERY, PROVIDENCE, EXCURSION, EXPEDITION, REVOLUTION, AMER
Remedy: FLEETWOOD IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FR
Campaign 08V320000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Fleetwood Wilderness — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for trailer hitches issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V289000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V433000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V320000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2005 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 2005 Fleetwood Wilderness?
The most-reported component is trailer hitches, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Fleetwood Wilderness have?
3 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.