- The problem
- REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Fleetwood Bounder, Holiday Rambler Vacationer, and 2018-2020 Fleetwood Southwind motorhomes. The generator exhaust pipe placement exits the motorhome within the vehicle's departure angle.
- The risk
- If the generator exhaust pipe is damaged, it may cause carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle, increasing the risk of an injury or death.
- The fix
- REV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the generator exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began January 30, 2020. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 191125REV.
Vehicle safety record
2016 Fleetwood Bounder Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (2) and the visibility & wipers (2). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in December 2019 for the recreational vehicle / trailer. For comparison, the 2015 has 6 and the 2017 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Bounder year, for its age
#255 most complained-about 2016 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2016 Fleetwood Bounder problems
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2016 Fleetwood Bounder recalls 2
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
- The problem
- REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Fleetwood Bounder and 2013-2016 Fleetwood Southwind recreational vehicles. The welds attaching the battery tray may be insufficient. As a result, the tray may separate from underneath the chassis.
- The risk
- An unsecured battery tray can cause a battery acid leak or an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire or injury.
- The fix
- REV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery tray, and install fasteners, if necessary, to secure the battery tray, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2017. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 170914REV.
What owners say
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5 complaints about the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Upon inspecting the bottom of my RV after my trip. I noticed the following: Rear sway bar bushing/ saddle bracket became loose. Lost 1 bolt (bottom) and the other (upper) bolt is loose. The upper bolt holding the rubber bushing and saddle bracket and saddle bracket is bent. 2016 Fleetwood Bounder 35K.
The driver & passenger side windows have fogged up so bad we can't see the rear view mirrors. They are dual pane. Started 2nd year of ownership. Stationary, in motion, just keeps getting worse.
The passenger side seatbelt becomes twisted and tangled each time the seat is rotated toward the living area. The seat only turns one direction because engine doghouse gets in way. Seatbelt is unusable. Driver side wiper clip falls off stopping wiper
On 2 occasions while driving the engine stopped all electrical devices stopped, no brakes, no powers steering, no lights, not even a horn. Last incident was merging into 70 mph traffic on interstate. I was able to get vehicle stopped on shoulder and it was recovered by wrecker. Chassis is ford v10 .
Traveling 55 mph on interstate-10, tucson, az., Nmt 10 miles from rv dealership, brake light came on along with yellow hazard light. Brake pedal nearly touched floor while stopping, very little stopping action. Ford diagnostic showed failure of abs brake module. 35-Foot long rv had to be towed. *Js
Fleetwood Bounder: every year compared
All Bounder years2016 Fleetwood Bounder vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Fleetwood Bounder | 5 | 2 | B | |
| 2016 Fleetwood Storm | 3 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2016 Fleetwood Southwind | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2016 Fleetwood Flair | 1 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2016 Fleetwood Expedition | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2016 Fleetwood Terra | 1 | 1 | B | 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 2016 Fleetwood Bounder
Does the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder: recreational vehicle / trailer (December 2019); 12v / 24v / 48v battery (September 2017). 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 2016 Fleetwood Bounder?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (2), visibility & wipers (2), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 30, 2015 and the latest on May 27, 2025. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 73 out of 100 (grade B: 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 2016 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