2013 Fleetwood Storm recalls and problems

The 2013 Fleetwood Storm has 1 safety recall and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fleetwood dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2013 Fleetwood Storm vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Fleetwood Storm recalls

Recall 12V-535: Structure

Reported Nov 6, 2012 · 842 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD RV, INC.

Problem: Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 Encounter vehicles manufactured from November 19, 2009, through May 13, 2010; 2011-2013 Storm vehicles manufactured from May 21, 2010, through September 18, 2012; and 2012 Terra vehicles manufactured from April 26, 2011, through March 13, 2012. The entry step to the motorhome lacks sufficient support and may become damaged by repeated use.

Risk: The step may collapse during use potentially causing personal injury.

Fix: Fleetwood RV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reinforce the step structural support. The safety recall began during December 2012. Owners may contact Fleetwood RV Owner Relations at 1-800-509-3418.

2013 Fleetwood Storm problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment3
Engine1
Suspension1
Structure1
Visibility1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 2
  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Visibility › Windshield — 1
  • Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,018 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 2013 Fleetwood Storm complaints

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

Equipment · reported Feb 24, 2015
2013 fleetwood storm. Consumer is worried about the safety of his motor home and has tried to resolve the issue. The consumer stated the driver and passenger side window curtains disconnected by themselves from the hold back hooks when the windows were opened and blew forward which blocked his side vision and the rear view mirrors. Also, the consumer discovered the hydraulic jack was rusted and the shaft was pitted, when he attempted to use it. The consumer was informed it was defective and it would be replaced.
Visibility · at 6,000 miles · reported Jun 30, 2014
I purchased my motor home from lazy days in march of 2013 in tampa florida . While driving home I noticed that the windshield was making a whistling noise. I called the fleetwood dealer the flowing day at which time they advised me to take it to jim's marina in nichols, ny. I took my motorhome down on 8-22-13 for the windshield to be replaced. I picked it up a week later. Upon getting it home I started cleaning it and realized that the windshield was cracked again and the seal around the window was not properly installed. I was advised again to take it back to jim's marina. I dropped it off on…
Suspension · at 8,347 miles · reported Jan 13, 2014
There appears to be a manufacturing defect in material or workmanship that has caused the following structural/system failures from normal operation: 1) passenger side cockpit flooring has separated from the coach frame starting from the front of the coach and continuing along the entire length of the cockpit and possibly beyond to under the dinette seating area. The separation is visible from underneath the motor home as well as from the cockpit passenger seating area where the road is visible while driving. 2) the dashboard has detached from the frame. The dashboard floats' up and down while…
Engine · at 7,018 miles · reported Nov 19, 2013
The contact owns a 2013 fleetwood storm rv. The contact was driving approximately 40 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 7,018.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Fleetwood Storm have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Fleetwood Storm: 12V-535 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Fleetwood Storm?

Owners report equipment problems most often (3 reports), followed by engine (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,018 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.