- The problem
- 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 released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
- The risk
- Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
- The fix
- 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 a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (3) and the wheels & tires (3). It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in March 2007 for the recreational vehicle / trailer. For comparison, the 1996 has 7 and the 1998 has 11.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Pace Arrow year, for its age
#157 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow problems
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1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow recalls 4
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
- Vehicle description: class a motor homes. The hydraulic hoses which operate the leveling jack system is routed too close to the engine exhaust manifold causing the hose to melt, releasing hydraulic fluid.
- The risk
- This hydraulic fluid can ignite in the engine compartment causing a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect, replace any damaged hoses, and relocate the affected hydraulic lines.
- The problem
- The e-z slide-out room can operate unexpectedly. Water can cause an electrical short in the slide-out room control relay.
- The risk
- If the slide-out room operates unexpectedly, the motor home width will increase which could lead to an accident if traveling or property damage could occur while the motor home is parked.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a replacement control relay in a waterproof location on these motor homes.
- The problem
- Miswiring of the low beam headlamp receptacle for the replaceable halogen lamp causes a noncompliance to fmvss no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- The risk
- This condition causes reduced lighting levels with the low beam operation resulting in reduced visibility during dark driving conditions.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and modify the motor home wiring to provide correct circuit connections.
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11 complaints about the 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Both front windshields partially popped out of their frame leaving open gaps between the windshields and the gasket allowing wind and water to enter the vehicle. This is the third (or forth) such occurrence since I purchased the rv in 2000. It seems to happen in very hot weather. Repair personnel at rv glass replacement establishments have mentioned that the opening for the front windshields does not precisely fit the fleetwood supplied windshields and gasket. I am not sure whether the root cause of the problem...
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is related to the expansion/contraction of the glass or the softening of gasket materials under hot weather conditions, a manufacturing flaw in the windshield opening, the flexing window opening during vehicle operation, or some combination of all of these. *Tr
(1) Tread separation and (2) blowouts out of (9) kuhmo road venture apt/kl51, 235x85x16 e rated tires within 6600 miles of installation. The first tire separated at 2957 miles. A replacement was ordered from original vendor (the tire rack) when no kumho dealer would replace it. The second tire blewout at 5668 miles on sunday august 29, 2010 and a uniroyal replacement was purchased from walmart for $159.89. The third tire blewout at 6598 miles, spare was mounted for approximately 160 miles home. The tire rack and...
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charles roush at kumho were called on s eptember 1, 20010. One of the tires was taken todiscount tire of texas, september 7, 2010, charles roush again could not be contacted and no adjustment would be made without his approval. I get the same from maggen at the tire rack. It appears that kumho knows there is a problem with materials and workmanship and chooses not to honor their warranty. Dealers continue to sell the product that is very highly rated; but will not make adjustments. My family and I are lucky that we stopped when the right front tire delamitated and the two blowout were on dual wheels or our rv would probably piled up on the side of the highway. What tests on these tires has been done per 49 cfr part 571, june 1, 2007? There is a problem with kumho. *Tr
From 5,000 miles to present, vehicle ran over rough spots while driving, causing it to vibrate severely and some loss of control. Dealer and manufacturer were contacted. *Ak *tt
The autobrake and parking brake failed almost causing vehicle to hit a parked vehicle, the dealer stated that the autobrake shoes and drum overheated, the dealer also adjusted the autobrake and parking brake pedal and replaced the brake switch on the pump, however this did not remedy the problem as the brakes failed again. *Slc
In the owners manual the gross weight is 5500, once consumer and passenger are aboard vehicle's weight limit is exceeded. The front axle becomes overloaded. Tires are also over their weight limit. *Ak
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
The weight of the vehicle's front end is too heavy causing damage to tires and suspension components.
The emergency parking brake system malfunctioned when parking in incline postion. Put the vehicle in park position and vehicle moved forward. Had to use the braking system to stop the vehicle. Dealer cannot determine problem. *Ak
Slide out unit opened while driving, vehicle not stable causing the walls to separate and slide out to open, resulting in extensive structural damage.
SLIDE OUT ROOM BECOMES LOOSE WHILE DRIVING.
Suspension out of alignment, causing excessive tire wear and a blow out.
Fleetwood Pace Arrow: every year compared
All Pace Arrow years1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow | 11 | 4 | D | |
| 1997 Fleetwood Bounder | 29 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Fleetwood Discovery | 13 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Fleetwood Jamboree | 10 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Fleetwood Avion | 5 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Fleetwood Fleetwood | 5 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Fleetwood Flair | 3 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Fleetwood American Eagle | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Fleetwood Montara | 2 | 1 | C | 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 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow
Does the 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow: recreational vehicle / trailer (March 2007); integrated jack / leveler / stabilizer (October 1997); power window devices and controls (November 1996); fuses and circuit breakers (November 1996). 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 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (3), wheels & tires (3), body, doors & structure (2).
How many complaints has the 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow had?
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 7, 1997 and the latest on July 1, 2012. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Fleetwood Pace Arrow 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 Pace Arrow years have the most complaints?
1997 (11), 1998 (11), 1995 (10). See every Fleetwood Pace Arrow year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Fleetwood Pace Arrow 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