2022 Fleetwood Southwind Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 27, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Southwind years
Not enough data 15th of 28 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2022 Fleetwood Southwind. That ranks 15th out of 28 Southwind model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is trailer hitches (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 5,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2022 Fleetwood Southwind problems

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

Trailer Hitches1 · ~5,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Trailer Hitches1100%5,500——

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

2022 Fleetwood Southwind recalls (5)

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Engine and engine cooling:exhaust systemFeb 27, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V121000 · 2,666 vehicles

Problem: REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Fleetwood Bounder, Flair, Fortis, Holiday Rambler Admiral, Invicta, Vacationer, 2023-2025 Fleetwood Flex, Holiday Rambler Eclipse, and 2022-2023 Fleetwood Southwind motorhomes. The engine exhaust tip may detach, allowing exhaust fumes to enter the cabin.

Risk: Exhaust fumes inside the cabin increases the risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning. In addition, a detached exhaust tip can become a road hazard for other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a clamp to the exhaust tip, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 26, 2025. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 250221REV.

Trailer hitchesMay 18, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V351000 · 1,186 vehicles

Problem: REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Fleetwood Bounder, Holiday Rambler Vacationer and 2020-2023 Fleetwood Southwind motorhomes. The tow hitch may become damaged due to stress or vehicle overloading, which can cause the tow vehicle to separate from the motorhome.

Risk: A tow vehicle that separates from the motorhome can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the hitch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 230516REV.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systemsDec 22, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V949000 · 1,540 vehicles

Problem: REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Holiday Rambler Vacationer, Invicta, Navigator, Admiral, Fleetwood Southwind, Bounder, Pace Arrow, 2021-2022 Fleetwood Fortis, Flair, 2023 Fleetwood Flex and Holiday Rambler Eclipse motorhomes. The service valves on the LPG tanks may have improper thread depth, which can cause a propane leak.

Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the service valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 20, 2023. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417.

Structure:body:step/ladder; equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerNov 9, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V832000 · 687 vehicles

Problem: REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Fleetwood Bounder, Fortis, Southwind, Holiday Rambler Invicta, and Holdiay Rambler Vacationer motorhomes. The step tread on the interior entryway steps may be improperly secured, causing the tread to become loose.

Risk: Loose step tread may shift or detach when stepped on, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the tread as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 221104REV.

Suspension: adjustment:automatic electrical/hydraulicAug 30, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V655000 · 4,395 vehicles

Problem: REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Fleetwood Jamboree, 2020-2023 Fleetwood Southwind, Bounder, Flair, Fortis, Holiday Rambler Admiral, Invicta, Vacationer, 2021-2023 Fleetwood Discovery, Discovery LXE, Holiday Rambler Navigator, Armada, Nautica, 2023 Fleetwood Flex, Holiday Rambler Eclipse, 2021 Fleetwood Pace Arrow LXE, 2018 Holiday Rambler Vesta, 2022-2023 Fleetwood Frontier, 2021-2022 Fleetwood Pace Arrow, Holiday Rambler Endeavor, and 2019 Holiday Rambler Augusta motorhomes. The hydraulic lines may have been improperly routed, secured, or protected, which can result in a hydraulic fluid leak.

Risk: A hydraulic fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the hydraulic hoses for chafing or heat damage, and install hose protection, or replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

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

The contact owns a 2022 Fleetwood Southwind RV built on a 2021 Ford Chassis. The contact stated while driving 69 MPH with a 2021 Jeep Wrangler hitched to the RV, the tow hitch failed, causing the Jeep vehicle to detach. The contact stated that the vehicle drove off the highway and into a…

Trailer Hitches · received Jun 17, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11594829

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Fleetwood Southwind?

Owners most often report trailer hitches problems. The top one, trailer hitches, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Fleetwood Southwind?

Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Fleetwood Southwind a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Southwind model years, the 2022 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.