1999 Fleetwood Discovery Problems
- Complaints
- 16filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 37,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns 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 1999 Fleetwood Discovery (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 1999 Fleetwood Discovery. The part named most often is tires, with 6 complaints (38% of the total), followed by body and structure (3) and equipment (2). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 37,000 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Tires6 38%
- Body and structure3 19%
- Equipment2 13%
- Engine cooling1 6.3%
- Exterior lighting1 6.3%
- Seat belts1 6.3%
- Steering1 6.3%
Example complaints
Tires: “Vehicle experienced three blow outs. The consumer was told be the tire dealer that the sidewall were weak which caused the blowouts. Michelin stated the blowout was caused by improper tire inflation, however the consumer stated the tires were set at their specifications.”
NHTSA complaint #10042793, filed 2003-10, 60,000 milesBody and structure: “While traveling and without any indication passanger's door will open while locked. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. The problem was solved by replacing the door.”
NHTSA complaint #874650, filed 2000-11Equipment: “The propane tank for the generator which is mounted in the middle/below the frame is scraping against the road which is causing deep scratches in the tank and could result in a fire.”
NHTSA complaint #837052, filed 1999-06Mileage when problems were reported
60% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 22,000 and 60,000 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 Discovery 1997–2004, Bounder 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…
- 00V204000Jul 27, 2000Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connectionsCovers: Fleetwood Discovery 1996–2000, Bounder Diesel 1999–2000
Vehicle description: motor homes. The power steering gear box hydraulic lines are routed too close to a sharp edge. This can cause the lines to rupture and result in a hydraulic fluid leak.
Recall details for the 1999 Fleetwood Discovery → · 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 Discovery
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 9 | 16,870 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 17 | 18,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2004 | 12 | 13,500 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 6 | 22,900 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 9 | 37,900 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 9 | 38,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 16 | 37,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 18 | 53,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 13 | 105,200 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Fleetwood Discovery model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 Fleetwood Discovery have?
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 1999 Fleetwood Discovery as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Fleetwood Discovery is reported most often?
Tires is named most often, in 6 complaints (38% of the total), followed by body and structure with 3.
Has the 1999 Fleetwood Discovery been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 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 1999 Fleetwood Discovery reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 37,000 miles and the middle half falls between 22,000 and 60,000 miles; 60% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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.