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.
The worst 1996 Fleetwood Discovery problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Suspension1
Recalls 2
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 00V204000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 98V147000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Fleetwood Discovery 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1996 Fleetwood Discovery owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Cruise control disengagement, was on recall but the dealer was unable to furnish the proper kit to do the repair. Yh
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.
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Questions about the 1996 Fleetwood Discovery
Is the 1996 Fleetwood Discovery reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1996 Fleetwood Discovery, close to a typical Discovery model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Fleetwood Discovery?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Fleetwood Discovery have?
2 recalls, covering steering and visibility.
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