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Fleetwood Southwind Problems

The FLEETWOOD Southwind is a Class A motorhome that has been a popular choice for RV enthusiasts for decades. With 476 total complaints spread across many model years, owners have reported issues primarily with hydraulic brakes, visibility, and structural components. The 2003 and 2000 model years show the highest complaint volumes.

476
Total Complaints
45
Total Recalls
38
Model Years
4
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2003 2000 1999
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

1983 1984 1985

Common Problem Categories

Service Brakes, Hydraulic 76
Visibility 40
Structure 40
Suspension 38
Parking Brake 38

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2023 4 6 0 0 Good
2022 2 5 2 0 Good
2021 2 6 0 0 Good
2020 6 5 0 0 Good
2019 0 2 0 0 Good
2018 0 4 0 0 Good
2017 2 1 0 0 Good
2016 4 3 0 0 Good
2015 0 2 0 0 Good
2014 2 3 0 0 Good
2012 14 1 6 0 Average
2011 0 4 0 0 Good
2010 0 3 0 0 Good
2007 6 0 0 0 Good
2006 10 0 0 0 Average
2005 24 0 0 2 Below Average
2004 28 0 0 2 Below Average
2003 48 0 0 2 Avoid
2002 10 0 0 0 Average
2001 12 0 0 0 Average
2000 44 0 0 0 Avoid
1999 34 0 0 0 Avoid
1998 28 0 0 4 Below Average
1997 22 0 0 0 Below Average
1996 28 0 0 0 Below Average
1995 40 0 0 0 Avoid
1994 26 0 0 6 Below Average
1993 12 0 0 2 Average
1992 4 0 0 0 Good
1991 14 0 0 2 Average
1990 16 0 0 2 Average
1989 6 0 0 0 Good
1988 4 0 2 0 Good
1987 10 0 0 0 Average
1986 4 0 0 0 Good
1985 2 0 0 0 Good
1984 6 0 0 0 Good
1983 2 0 0 0 Good

Fleetwood Southwind Years to Avoid

2003, 2000, 1995

Best Fleetwood Southwind Years

2022, 2023, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common problems with the FLEETWOOD Southwind?

The most frequently reported issues include hydraulic brake problems with 76 complaints, visibility concerns with 40 complaints, structural issues with 40 complaints, and suspension and parking brake problems.

Which FLEETWOOD Southwind years should I avoid?

The 2003 model year leads with 48 complaints, followed by 2000 with 44 complaints and 1995 with 40 complaints. However, complaints are distributed across many decades.

Are Southwind brake issues serious?

Yes, hydraulic brake problems are the top complaint category with 76 reports. Brake reliability is critical for heavy Class A motorhomes and requires careful attention.

How does Southwind reliability vary over time?

Complaints are spread across many model years spanning four decades, with newer 2020s models showing lower complaint volumes overall.