1996 Fleetwood Discovery
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1996 Fleetwood Discovery. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1996 Fleetwood Discovery. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This fluid leakage can cause loss of the power steering assist feature.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, replace or repair damaged hoses as necessary, and relocate the affected hydraulic lines.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause the driver reduced visibility through the side windows when backing up, when using the mirrors for lane changes, or whenever looking through the windows, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these windows.
Owner complaints
3 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Structure › Body › Door
Even with both the upper and lower door lock on the door keeps coming open on the road when moving! The door mech. Was checked and and shows no sign of wear. This happen 4 times with in 1200 miles.
- Vehicle speed control
Cruise control disengagement, was on recall but the dealer was unable to furnish the proper kit to do the repair. yh
- Suspension › Front
While driving on dry pavement vehicle IS pulling very hard to the right, causing excessive tire wear. the consumer states that the capacity of the front axle IS not heavy enough to support the vehicle. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 52242Operating instructions for bendix washer/dryer.
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