2016 Fleetwood Bounder recalls and problems

The 2016 Fleetwood Bounder has 2 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Fleetwood Bounder vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Fleetwood Bounder recalls

Recall 19V-860: Equipment

Reported Dec 4, 2019 · 3,241 vehicles affected · REV Recreation Group

Problem: REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Fleetwood Bounder, Holiday Rambler Vacationer, and 2018-2020 Fleetwood Southwind motorhomes. The generator exhaust pipe placement exits the motorhome within the vehicle's departure angle.

Risk: If the generator exhaust pipe is damaged, it may cause carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle, increasing the risk of an injury or death.

Fix: REV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the generator exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began January 30, 2020. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 191125REV.

Recall 17V-584: Electrical System

Reported Sep 20, 2017 · 934 vehicles affected · REV Recreation Group

Problem: REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Fleetwood Bounder and 2013-2016 Fleetwood Southwind recreational vehicles. The welds attaching the battery tray may be insufficient. As a result, the tray may separate from underneath the chassis.

Risk: An unsecured battery tray can cause a battery acid leak or an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire or injury.

Fix: REV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery tray, and install fasteners, if necessary, to secure the battery tray, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2017. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 170914REV.

2016 Fleetwood Bounder problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes2
Visibility/Wiper2
Engine1
Steering1
Seat Belts1
Suspension1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Fleetwood Bounder complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Suspension · reported May 27, 2025
Upon inspecting the bottom of my RV after my trip. I noticed the following: Rear sway bar bushing/ saddle bracket became loose. Lost 1 bolt (bottom) and the other (upper) bolt is loose. The upper bolt holding the rubber bushing and saddle bracket and saddle bracket is bent. 2016 Fleetwood Bounder 35K.
Visibility/Wiper · reported Aug 10, 2020
The driver & passenger side windows have fogged up so bad we can't see the rear view mirrors. They are dual pane. Started 2nd year of ownership. Stationary, in motion, just keeps getting worse.
Seat Belts · at 2,500 miles · reported Mar 1, 2018
The passenger side seatbelt becomes twisted and tangled each time the seat is rotated toward the living area. The seat only turns one direction because engine doghouse gets in way. Seatbelt is unusable. Driver side wiper clip falls off stopping wiper
Service Brakes · at 3,970 miles · reported Nov 14, 2017
On 2 occasions while driving the engine stopped all electrical devices stopped, no brakes, no powers steering, no lights, not even a horn. Last incident was merging into 70 MPH traffic on interstate. I was able to get vehicle stopped on shoulder and it was recovered by wrecker. Chassis is ford v10 .
Service Brakes · at 1,869 miles · reported Dec 30, 2015
Traveling 55 MPH on interstate-10, tucson, az., nmt 10 miles from rv dealership, brake light came on along with yellow hazard light. Brake pedal nearly touched floor while stopping, very little stopping action. Ford diagnostic showed failure of ABS brake module. 35-foot long rv had to be towed.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder: 19V-860 (equipment), 17V-584 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Fleetwood Bounder?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (2 reports), followed by visibility/wiper (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,500 miles.

Are Fleetwood recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Fleetwood dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.