1996 Fleetwood Wilderness Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 17, 1997 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Wilderness years
Not enough data 8th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Fleetwood Wilderness. That ranks 8th out of 13 Wilderness model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 fire. 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 1996 Fleetwood Wilderness problems

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

Electrical System1
Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System150%———
Wheels150%———

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

1996 Fleetwood Wilderness recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Fleetwood Wilderness.

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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.

Consumer states that the volt cable going from the battery to the hydraulic pump shorted out and started a fire.*ak

Electrical System · received Oct 18, 1996 · NHTSA complaint 802561

While all 12 lug bolts holding two left wheels sheared off, vehicle lost tires/wheels and involved in an accident.

Wheels · received Aug 30, 1996 · NHTSA complaint 508159

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Fleetwood Wilderness?

Owners most often report electrical system, wheels problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Fleetwood Wilderness?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1996 Fleetwood Wilderness a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Wilderness model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.