2001 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 24, 2004 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Bounder Diesel years
Not enough data 2nd of 10 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel. That ranks 2nd out of 10 Bounder Diesel model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is tires (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 20,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Tires2 · ~20,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~4,600 mi
Power Train1 · ~4,600 mi
Service Brakes, Air1 · ~4,600 mi
Steering1 · ~4,600 mi
Structure1 · ~4,600 mi
Visibility1 · ~4,600 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Tires267%20,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling133%4,600——
Power Train133%4,600——
Service Brakes, Air133%4,600——
Steering133%4,600——
Structure133%4,600——
Visibility133%4,600——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2004, with 2 complaints
2003: 1200312004: 220042

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I have had two blowouts using michelin xrv tires on a 2001 bounder motorhome. The first was at 17000 miles when the inside left dual tire had a blowout causing damage to a storage compartment. The second blowout was to my front drivers side tire causing damage to the wheel cover. The front blowout…

Tires · received Aug 24, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10088455

I have michelin xrv 255 80 22.5 tires. I have 20k miles on the coach. I am meticulous about checking and maintaining proper air pressure and the coach is not overweight. *ak a curb side inside tire blew at 17k miles (a zipper tear on the inside sidewall). I was told i don't maintain pressure and…

Tires · received Mar 12, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10062010

The engine shut off 44 times and the electrical system melted. Slide room leaks when raining. Screws protrude through jellcoat, entrance door won't stay latched and the air conditioner won't cool. Heater malfunctioned, shower installed upside down and the floor is separated. The counter tops are…

Structure · received Feb 4, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 568417

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel?

Owners most often report tires, engine and engine cooling, power train problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Fleetwood Bounder Diesel a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Bounder Diesel model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.