Fleetwood Pulse Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 2, 2025 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file for the Fleetwood Pulse, across 4 model years (2008–2018). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.

Peak: 2008, with 2 complaints
2008: 2200822009: 1200912010: 1201012018: 020180

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Fleetwood Pulse years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Pulse model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2008 Pulse: 2 complaints, 5 recalls
  2. 2010 Pulse: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  3. 2009 Pulse: 1 complaint, 6 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Fleetwood Pulse problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Air Bags110
Electrical System110
Exterior Lighting110
Steering110
Tires110

All Fleetwood Pulse model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2018 Pulse02——
2010 Pulse10—Air Bags
2009 Pulse16—Tires
2008 Pulse25—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Fleetwood Pulse years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (2), 2010 (1), 2009 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Fleetwood Pulse?

Air Bags, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Fleetwood Pulse have?

9 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.