2008 Fleetwood Tradition problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension:multiple Axle (3)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
What owners report
2010-02-24 · Suspension:multiple Axle“2008 fleetwood american tradition front weight problem. *bf the consumer stated the motorhome was overweight on the front axle by 700lbs. to meet the actual front weight of 15,300lbs, the tire pressure would need to be 125lbs. but the rim has a maximum cold pressure rating of 120lbs. *jb …”
2010-02-24 · Suspension:multiple Axle“2008 fleetwood american tradition front axle problem. *bf the motorhome will not carry the manufacturer's certified cargo carrying capacity and presents a very dangerous situation. the design and rating of the front axle was not sufficient to allow for the usual and intended use of the motorhome. after learning of the problem the consumer had th…”
2010-02-24 · Suspension:multiple Axle“2008 fleetwood american tradition front axle problem. *bf the consumer learned that his rv was over the specified maximum weight of 14,600 lbs. the consumer stated the rv was 640 lbs overweight. this was with full fuel, 1/2 water and empty holding tanks. the consumer was informed there was no definitive fix to the problem. they advised to carry …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.