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1999 Hitchhiker Discovery problems

The most common problem on the 1999 Hitchhiker Discovery is tires. It has fewer complaints than a typical Discovery model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Worst area
Tires

The worst 1999 Hitchhiker Discovery problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Tires
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

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  • Tires
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls 1

Exterior lighting: tail lights: switchReported October 9, 2001 · 717 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: certain fifth wheel recreational trailers fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 108 "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the tail lights are not mounted perpendicular to the vehicle centerline, as required by the standard.
Remedy
Dealers will install a molded modular piece between the body of the vehicle and the tail light assembly to bring the lens perpendicular to the vehicle centerline. Owner notification is expected to begin october 12, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nu wa at 1‑800‑835‑0676.

Recall number 01V308000 · Recall details

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What 1999 Hitchhiker Discovery owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 25, 2003 · Tires, Transmission · IA

While driving all 4 tires shredded. The vehicles axle beams were also replaced. *ph *nlm

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Questions about the 1999 Hitchhiker Discovery

Is the 1999 Hitchhiker Discovery reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1999 Hitchhiker Discovery, fewer than a typical Discovery model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1999 Hitchhiker Discovery?

Tires, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).

How many recalls does the 1999 Hitchhiker Discovery have?

1 recall, covering exterior lighting.

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