2005 Fleetwood Southwind recalls and problems
The 2005 Fleetwood Southwind has 4 safety recalls and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Fleetwood Southwind vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Fleetwood Southwind recalls
Recall 09V-198: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Fleetwood is recalling 509 my 2001-2008 class a motor homes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag. The driver would normally have warning of the brake drag if undetected by the driver.
Risk: The driver would normally detect the brake drag but if undetected the temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions due to brake fluid boil, and possible extended stopping distance increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. Workhorse is handling the remedy for this campaign please see 09v-110. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731. Workhorse will conduct the owner and dealer notification.
Recall 08V-320: Equipment
Problem: 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, american eagle, american heritage, american tradition diesel class a motor homes; jamboree tioga class c motor homes; and prowler, wilderness, terry, mallard, pioneer, pride and triumph conventional and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerators manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator 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.
Risk: If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.
Fix: 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 free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner 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.
Recall 06V-388: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with general motors 8.1l v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
Fix: Workhorse is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (Please see 06v225). Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. Owners may contact workhorse at 877-294-6773 or fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
Recall 06V-218: Steering
Problem: On certain class a motor homes built on workhorse chassis may have been equipped with incorrect steering intermediate shafts. The spline can strip while the steering wheel is being turned.
Risk: This steering condition could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Workhorse is conducting this recall (Please see 06v148000) and will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering intermediate shafts. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-294-6773 or fleetwood at 1-800-322-8216.
2005 Fleetwood Southwind problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | |
| Visibility | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 22,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2005 Fleetwood Southwind complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Fleetwood Southwind have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2005 Fleetwood Southwind: 09V-198 (service brakes, air), 08V-320 (equipment), 06V-388 (engine and engine cooling), 06V-218 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Fleetwood Southwind?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (3 reports), followed by visibility (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 22,000 miles.
Are Fleetwood recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Fleetwood dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.