Vehicle safety recalls · NHTSA

2013 Coachmen Freedom Express recalls (3)

3 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express. Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Coachmen dealer.

3recalls

6owner complaints

0service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express. Check your Freedom Express by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Equipment · NHTSA 17V756000
Nov 22, 2017Equipment
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.
Full recall details for 17V756000 →
Structure · NHTSA 17V611000
Feb 10, 2017Structure:Frame and Members
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers. The frames on these vehicles may not have had reinforcement stiffeners welded onto the exterior I-Beam in the axle area, allowing the axles to be misaligned.
Risk
Misaligned axles can affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Forest River will notify owners, and the frame manufacturer will inspect the trailer for frame reinforcements, installing them as necessary and secure the axle mountings, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205, or Lippert Components customer service at 1-574-537-8900. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-0529.
Full recall details for 17V611000 →
Equipment · NHTSA 13V203000
May 17, 2013Equipment
Problem
Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Risk
If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Fix
Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Full recall details for 13V203000 →

2013 Coachmen Freedom Express complaints and service bulletins

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Most-reported components

Wheels2
Equipment1
Service Brakes, Electric1
Structure1
Suspension1
Tires1

Public reports · not verified

What people reported

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.

“WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE TRAVELING THROUGH DURHAM,NC ON APRIL 5TH,2019.IT WAS DETERMINED BY APPRAISER FROM AMICA INSURANCE CO. THAT THE FRAMES WERE SPLIT JUST ABOVE THE SUPPORT SHACKELS HOLDING THE SUSPENSION.THERE WAS NO INTERACTION WITH PROPERTY OR OTHER VEHICLES.”
2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSApr 20, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11202656
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 COACHMAN FREEDOM EXPRESS EQUIPPED WITH A KIDDE FIRE EXTINGUISHER, MODEL NUMBER: FA110G. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V756000 (EQUIPMENT).”
2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSSep 10, 2018
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11128453
“TIRE BLEW OUT WHILE TRAVEL TRAILER WAS BEING PULLED ON THE HIGHWAY. TIRES HAD BEEN MAINTAINED AND CHECKED PRIOR TO TRIP. 65 MPH TRAVEL SPEED WAS NOT EXCEEDED. TRAILER WAS NOT OVER LOADED.”
2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSJun 5, 2017
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10993263
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 (NA) COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS RV EQUIPPED WITH TRAIL EXPRESS POWER TOWING TIRES ST (NA), SIZE 225/75R15D (NA). WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE THREAD SEPARATED. ONE MONTH LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE.”
2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSApr 25, 2016
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10861216
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS. THE BED INSIDE THE TRAILER CAME DOWN AND CRUSHED THE CONTACT'S MOTORCYCLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONCE. THE TRAILER WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE.”
2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSFeb 18, 2015
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10684058

Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.

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2013 Coachmen Freedom Express recalls (3)

3 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express. Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Coachmen dealer.

3recalls

6owner complaints

0service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express. Check your Freedom Express by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Equipment · NHTSA 17V756000

Nov 22, 2017Equipment

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.

Full recall details for 17V756000 →

Structure · NHTSA 17V611000

Feb 10, 2017Structure:Frame and Members

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers. The frames on these vehicles may not have had reinforcement stiffeners welded onto the exterior I-Beam in the axle area, allowing the axles to be misaligned.
Risk: Misaligned axles can affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and the frame manufacturer will inspect the trailer for frame reinforcements, installing them as necessary and secure the axle mountings, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205, or Lippert Components customer service at 1-574-537-8900. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-0529.

Full recall details for 17V611000 →

Equipment · NHTSA 13V203000

May 17, 2013Equipment

Problem: Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Risk: If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Full recall details for 13V203000 →

What people reported

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.

“WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE TRAVELING THROUGH DURHAM,NC ON APRIL 5TH,2019.IT WAS DETERMINED BY APPRAISER FROM AMICA INSURANCE CO. THAT THE FRAMES WERE SPLIT JUST ABOVE THE SUPPORT SHACKELS HOLDING THE SUSPENSION.THERE WAS NO INTERACTION WITH PROPERTY OR OTHER VEHICLES.”

2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSApr 20, 2019

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11202656

“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 COACHMAN FREEDOM EXPRESS EQUIPPED WITH A KIDDE FIRE EXTINGUISHER, MODEL NUMBER: FA110G. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V756000 (EQUIPMENT).”

2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSSep 10, 2018

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11128453

“TIRE BLEW OUT WHILE TRAVEL TRAILER WAS BEING PULLED ON THE HIGHWAY. TIRES HAD BEEN MAINTAINED AND CHECKED PRIOR TO TRIP. 65 MPH TRAVEL SPEED WAS NOT EXCEEDED. TRAILER WAS NOT OVER LOADED.”

2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSJun 5, 2017

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10993263

“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 (NA) COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS RV EQUIPPED WITH TRAIL EXPRESS POWER TOWING TIRES ST (NA), SIZE 225/75R15D (NA). WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE THREAD SEPARATED. ONE MONTH LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE.”

2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSApr 25, 2016

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10861216

“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS. THE BED INSIDE THE TRAILER CAME DOWN AND CRUSHED THE CONTACT'S MOTORCYCLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONCE. THE TRAILER WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE.”

2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESSFeb 18, 2015

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10684058

Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.