2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND Complaints and Recall Information
The 2023 Fleetwood Southwind has 2 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to storage compartments melting due to proximity to the exhaust pipe, and concerns about the external propane pipe being too close to the exhaust pipe.
Common Issues
- Storage compartment damage. Melting of compartments caused by excessive heat from nearby exhaust pipe location.
- Propane pipe placement. External propane pipe positioned too close to the exhaust pipe, raising safety concerns.
The vehicle has 7 recalls affecting multiple systems including the exhaust system, suspension, door locks, trailer hitch, LPG system, and interior entry steps. These recalls address safety hazards ranging from carbon monoxide poisoning risk to fire and injury risks associated with component failures.
Recalls
- Exhaust system. NHTSA recall 25V121000 affects 2,666 vehicles. The engine exhaust tip may detach, allowing exhaust fumes to enter the cabin, increasing the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and creating a road hazard. Dealers will install a clamp on the exhaust tip at no charge.
- Hydraulic suspension lines. NHTSA recall 22V655000 affects 4,395 vehicles. Hydraulic lines may be improperly routed, secured, or protected, which can cause leaks and increase fire risk if an ignition source is present. Dealers will inspect and protect or replace hoses as needed free of charge.
- Entry door latch. NHTSA recall 23V166000 covers 479 vehicles. The door latch may fail, preventing entry or exit and increasing injury risk in emergencies. Dealers will inspect and replace the latch if necessary at no cost.
- Trailer hitch. NHTSA recall 23V351000 involves 1,186 vehicles. Tow hitch may become damaged from stress or overloading, risking separation of the tow vehicle and creating road hazards. Replacement or inspection is provided free by dealers.
- LPG service valves. NHTSA recall 22V949000 affects 1,540 vehicles. Service valves on LPG tanks may have improper thread depth, risking propane leaks and potential fire hazards. Dealers will inspect and replace valves if needed at no charge.
- Interior step tread. NHTSA recall 22V832000 includes 687 vehicles. The interior entry step tread may be improperly secured and become loose, increasing fall risk. Dealers will repair or replace the tread free of charge.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, safety defects, or unresolved recall issues with the 2023 Fleetwood Southwind may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney can help determine the next steps.
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND Summary
2023
Model Year
2
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
10953
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND
2666 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
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.
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND
1186 vehicles affected
TRAILER HITCHES
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.
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND
479 vehicles affected
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2023 Fleetwood Bounder, Flair, Flex, Fortis, Southwind, Discovery, Discovery LXE, Frontier, Frontier GTX, Pace Arrow, Holiday Rambler Admiral, Eclipse, Invicta, Vacationer, Armada, Endeavor, Navigator, Nautica, and American Coach American Tradition motorhomes. The entry door latch may fail and not allow entry or exit.
Risk: The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND
687 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
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.
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND
1540 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
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.
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND
4395 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION: ADJUSTMENT:AUTOMATIC ELECTRICAL/HYDRAULIC
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.
Complaints
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND
ID: 2085596ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The storage compartments melted due to being to close to the exhaust pipe. Also the external propane pipe is very the exhaust pipe
2023 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND
ID: 2085595UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The storage compartments melted due to being to close to the exhaust pipe. Also the external propane pipe is very the exhaust pipe