- The problem
- Fleetwood rv is recalling certain model year 2011 bounder classic, storm and terra class a motor homes built on ford chassis and manufactured from may 21, 2010, through february 11, 2011. Certain model year 2011 bounder and southwind class a motor homes built on ford chassis and manufactured from may 24, 2010 through may 18, 2011; and certain model year 2012 bounder and southwind class a motor homes built on ford chassis and manufactured from may 16, 2011 through june 15, 2011. A wire harness that is routed under the motor home, near the chassis rail, can contact a heat shield located next to the passenger side engine exhaust manifold. The close proximity can cause the harness to melt or be otherwise damaged.
- The risk
- A damaged wire harness can result in an electrical short, result in intermittent operation of electrical systems vehicle "shut down", and/or lead to a fire, and may result in loss of vehicle control, injury, or death.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and reroute the wire harness away from the heat shield. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact fleetwood owner relations at 1-800-509-3418.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Fleetwood Bounder Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Fleetwood Bounder with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2011 for the wiring. For comparison, the 2011 has 2 and the 2013 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Bounder year, for its age
#360 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Fleetwood Bounder problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2012 Fleetwood Bounder recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2012 Fleetwood Bounder
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 fleet wood bounder rv. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 5,900. Updated 05/10/12*lj
Fleetwood Bounder: every year compared
All Bounder years2012 Fleetwood Bounder vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Fleetwood Bounder | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 2012 Fleetwood Southwind | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Fleetwood Storm | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2012 Fleetwood Terra | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2012 Fleetwood Jamboree | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2012 Fleetwood Bounder
Does the 2012 Fleetwood Bounder have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Fleetwood Bounder: wiring (May 2011). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Fleetwood Bounder?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Fleetwood Bounder had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 4, 2012 and the latest on April 4, 2012. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Fleetwood Bounder a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 93 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Fleetwood Bounder year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Fleetwood Bounder years have the most complaints?
1999 (35), 1997 (29), 2004 (28). See every Fleetwood Bounder year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Fleetwood Bounder has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data