1997 Fleetwood Bounder Problems
- Complaints
- 29filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 32,660miles, 12 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder. The part named most often is brakes, with 8 complaints (28% of the total), followed by suspension (6) and engine cooling (5). 12 of the complaints include a mileage, and 83% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 32,660 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes8 28%
- Suspension6 21%
- Engine cooling5 17%
- Fuel system2 6.9%
- Other or unknown2 6.9%
- Steering2 6.9%
- Body and structure2 6.9%
- Equipment1 3.5%
Also reported: Tires (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “The parking brake on my 1997 Bounder motor home that's built on a chevrolet p-30 chassis will fail without warning & allow the coach to roll. It has been rebuilt & works most of the time. It's that one time it won't work that worries me. I am using wheel chaulks whenever I park it. . Updated 01/11/08. Updated”
NHTSA complaint #10201760, filed 2007-09, 60,000 milesSuspension: “Serious shimmy in chassis at 40/45 MPH. Feel motorhome could lose control and cause accident. Dealer and manufacture of chassis and motorhome no responsive to this since purchased. Accident waiting to happen. Need it report to them. I am not the only one as others have tried to get fixed according to dealer. I reported this previously to NHTSA.”
NHTSA complaint #722424, filed 2000-05Engine cooling: “Problems with exhaust manifold and head gasket. The vehicle exhaust manifold made noise while driving. Several attempts at have the problem resolved has ailed. The consumer spoke with several other people who also have motorhomes with low mileage 460 ford engine's. The consumer contacted ford customer service who indicated that rust was the cause of the problem. The representative went on to say that he banks header system was the cure which would cost about $4000. The consumer had the header system installed and it seem to be working well. …”
NHTSA complaint #10089576, filed 2004-08, 33,674 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Transmissioin failure. Had to have the seals replaced almost from the day we bought the unit new. Now the transmission has to be replaced. Had two heads replaced and an entire manifold since we bought it. Have been told by dealers that that year of motorhome engine had lots of problems. Ended up with a 350 dollar towing bill and out the use of the motorhome as we are negotiating with the extended warranty company to see if they will pay for the failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10075341, filed 2004-06, 39,500 milesMileage when problems were reported
83% of the 12 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 27,000 and 39,500 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 07V120000Mar 19, 2007Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Fleetwood Bounder 1997–2004, Discovery 1997–2004, Flair 1997–2004 +20 more
Certain motor homes and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is…
- 98V147000Jun 26, 1998Visibility › WindshieldCovers: Fleetwood Bounder 1996–1997, Discovery 1996–1997
Vehicle description: motor homes. The driver's and passenger's side windows do not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 205, "glazing materials," for an acceptable level of tint.
- 97V178000Oct 7, 1997Equipment › Mechanical › Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizerCovers: Fleetwood Bounder 1997–1998, Pace Arrow 1997–1998
Vehicle description: class a motor homes. The hydraulic hoses which operate the leveling jack system is routed too close to the engine exhaust manifold causing the hose to melt, releasing hydraulic fluid.
- 96V236000Nov 22, 1996Visibility › Power window devices and controlsCovers: Fleetwood Bounder 1997, Flair 1997, Pace Arrow 1997 +3 more
The e-z slide-out room can operate unexpectedly. Water can cause an electrical short in the slide-out room control relay.
- 96V220000Nov 1, 1996Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakersCovers: Fleetwood Bounder 1997, Pace Arrow 1996–1997
Miswiring of the low beam headlamp receptacle for the replaceable halogen lamp causes a noncompliance to fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Recall details for the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10025322Apr 21, 2008Fuel system. Fleetwood service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Consumer maintenance advisory, generator fuel lines. Fleetwood motor home owners. Csc was received.
Other model years of the Fleetwood Bounder
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 | 2,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 6 | 9,150 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 5 | 2,900 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 6 | 37,250 | 8 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 17 | 15,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2004 | 28 | 20,000 | 10 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 13 | 20,238 | 8 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 12 | 10,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 8 | 12,127 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 13 | 38,192 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 35 | 22,432 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 24 | 36,954 | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 29 | 32,660 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 24 | 43,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1995 | 10 | 68,944 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 20 | 36,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 11 | 44,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 7 | 44,776 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 5 | 250,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 12 | 64,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Fleetwood Bounder model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder have?
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 8 complaints (28% of the total), followed by suspension with 6.
Has the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1997 Fleetwood Bounder reported?
Among the 12 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 32,660 miles and the middle half falls between 27,000 and 39,500 miles; 83% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.