The Coachmen Leprechaun spans 2010–2026 with 41 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 1999, 1997, 2000 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 1995, 1996, 1998. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Coachmen Leprechaun is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2010 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Coachmen Leprechaun VIN — every digit explained
Every Coachmen Leprechaun carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Coachmen and the country it was built in (real Coachmen codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Leprechaun.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- —1MW · 1TC · 1TE · 1TJ · 1TX
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Leprechaun, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Coachmen Leprechaun have?
The Coachmen Leprechaun has 41 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2010–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2023 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander, Leprechaun, and 2023 Coachmen Prism motorhomes. The auxiliary LPG quick disconnect may be improperly tightened, causing a gas leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the quick disconnect, and tighten if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 210-1556.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems:lines And Fittings
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Catalina, Freedom Express, Spirit, East to West Alta, Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Flagstaff, Impression, Ozark, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildwood, XLR Toyhauler, Palomino Puma, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shasta Oasis, 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail, Prism, Forest River Aurora, Rainier, Wildcat, Work and Play, Prime Time Tracer, 2021-2023 Coachmen Leprechaun, and 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report for the list of phone numbers.
2022 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander, Leprechaun, and 2023 Coachmen Prism motorhomes. The auxiliary LPG quick disconnect may be improperly tightened, causing a gas leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the quick disconnect, and tighten if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 210-1556.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems:lines And Fittings
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Catalina, Freedom Express, Spirit, East to West Alta, Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Flagstaff, Impression, Ozark, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildwood, XLR Toyhauler, Palomino Puma, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shasta Oasis, 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail, Prism, Forest River Aurora, Rainier, Wildcat, Work and Play, Prime Time Tracer, 2021-2023 Coachmen Leprechaun, and 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report for the list of phone numbers.
2021 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems:lines And Fittings
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Catalina, Freedom Express, Spirit, East to West Alta, Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Flagstaff, Impression, Ozark, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildwood, XLR Toyhauler, Palomino Puma, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shasta Oasis, 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail, Prism, Forest River Aurora, Rainier, Wildcat, Work and Play, Prime Time Tracer, 2021-2023 Coachmen Leprechaun, and 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report for the list of phone numbers.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Chaparral and Shasta, 2019-2020 Coachmen Concord and Orion, 2020-2021 Coachmen Cross Trek and Forest River Berkshire, 2019-2021 Coachmen Freelander, Leprechaun and Prism, 2020 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit and Sportscoach, Dynamax Force, DX3, Dynaquest XL and Isata and Forest River Wildwood and 2008 and 2020 Forest River Salem vehicles equipped with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves. The saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the o-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.
Risk. A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995, or Dometic customer service at 1-574-293-0681. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1259.
2020 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Chaparral and Shasta, 2019-2020 Coachmen Concord and Orion, 2020-2021 Coachmen Cross Trek and Forest River Berkshire, 2019-2021 Coachmen Freelander, Leprechaun and Prism, 2020 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit and Sportscoach, Dynamax Force, DX3, Dynaquest XL and Isata and Forest River Wildwood and 2008 and 2020 Forest River Salem vehicles equipped with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves. The saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the o-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.
Risk. A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995, or Dometic customer service at 1-574-293-0681. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1259.
2019 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 3
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Chaparral and Shasta, 2019-2020 Coachmen Concord and Orion, 2020-2021 Coachmen Cross Trek and Forest River Berkshire, 2019-2021 Coachmen Freelander, Leprechaun and Prism, 2020 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit and Sportscoach, Dynamax Force, DX3, Dynaquest XL and Isata and Forest River Wildwood and 2008 and 2020 Forest River Salem vehicles equipped with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves. The saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the o-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.
Risk. A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995, or Dometic customer service at 1-574-293-0681. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1259.
Power Train:axle Assembly
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Forester and Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun and Freelander motorhomes. The U-Bolts that secure the rear differential may not have been properly tightened, causing them to loosen over time and allowing the rear axles to shift.
Risk. Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the U-Bolts and properly tighten or replace the U-Bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service for Sunseeker and Forester vehicles at 1-574-206-7600, or Coachmen customer service for Freelander and Leprechaun vehicles at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 105-0749.
Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Orion Class C, Freelander Class C, and Leprechaun Class C motorhomes, Rockport work trucks, and Berkshire Ultra Coach, and StarCraft shuttle buses, equipped with ASA Electronics back up mirror-monitors, model number VOM74MM. The affected displays may revert back to the factory default settings, causing the camera image to be reversed.
Risk. If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn the opposite direction, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix. Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install a harness/relay/capacitor module, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019. Orion, Freelander, and Leprechaun owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Rockport owners should call 1-574-522-7599 and Berkshire, and Starcraft owners should call 1-574-642-3112. ASA Customer service can be reached at 1-800-384-4400. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0980.
2018 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Orion Class C, Freelander Class C, and Leprechaun Class C motorhomes, Rockport work trucks, and Berkshire Ultra Coach, and StarCraft shuttle buses, equipped with ASA Electronics back up mirror-monitors, model number VOM74MM. The affected displays may revert back to the factory default settings, causing the camera image to be reversed.
Risk. If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn the opposite direction, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix. Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install a harness/relay/capacitor module, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019. Orion, Freelander, and Leprechaun owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Rockport owners should call 1-574-522-7599 and Berkshire, and Starcraft owners should call 1-574-642-3112. ASA Customer service can be reached at 1-800-384-4400. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0980.
2017 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
2016 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016 Forest River Forester, 2014-2016 Forest River Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun, 2014 Coachmen Concord, and 2014-2017 Coachmen Freelander vehicles, built on Chevrolet chassis and equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.
Risk. High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Forest River has notified owners, and Chevrolet dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Forest River Forester and Sunseeker at 1-574-206-7600, Coachmen Concord, Freelander, and Leprechaun customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0781.
2015 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 3
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Coachmen Freelander vehicles manufactured February 14, 2014, to April 1, 2015, and 2015 Coachmen Leprechaun vehicles manufactured on June 10, 2014. The affected vehicles, manufactured on a Ford 158" wheelbase chassis with a 5.4L V-8 engine, may have a Federal Certification label that lists an incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and wrong cargo carrying capacity information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk. With incorrect GVWR, GAWR, and cargo carrying capacity information, the operator may overload the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners and will provide replacement labels with the corrected information, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Coachmen customer service at 1-800-453-6064. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04172015-0031.
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016 Forest River Forester, 2014-2016 Forest River Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun, 2014 Coachmen Concord, and 2014-2017 Coachmen Freelander vehicles, built on Chevrolet chassis and equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.
Risk. High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Forest River has notified owners, and Chevrolet dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Forest River Forester and Sunseeker at 1-574-206-7600, Coachmen Concord, Freelander, and Leprechaun customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0781.
2014 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 3
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016 Forest River Forester, 2014-2016 Forest River Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun, 2014 Coachmen Concord, and 2014-2017 Coachmen Freelander vehicles, built on Chevrolet chassis and equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.
Risk. High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Forest River has notified owners, and Chevrolet dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Forest River Forester and Sunseeker at 1-574-206-7600, Coachmen Concord, Freelander, and Leprechaun customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0781.
2013 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
2012 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
2011 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
2010 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
2009 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment
What's wrong. 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.
2007 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 13,662 my 2002-2008 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with glass shower doors and manufactured from june 15, 2001 thorugh august 6, 2007. When pressure is applied to the towel bar on the glass shower door, the edge of the bar may contact the glass.
Risk. Glass breakage may occur which could cause personal injury.
Fix. Owners will be provided with new mounting hardware for the towel bar and installation instructions. If an owner is not comfortable replacing the hardware themselves, a dealer will install the hardware at no cost to them. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 19, 2008. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-574-825-5821.
2006 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 13,662 my 2002-2008 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with glass shower doors and manufactured from june 15, 2001 thorugh august 6, 2007. When pressure is applied to the towel bar on the glass shower door, the edge of the bar may contact the glass.
Risk. Glass breakage may occur which could cause personal injury.
Fix. Owners will be provided with new mounting hardware for the towel bar and installation instructions. If an owner is not comfortable replacing the hardware themselves, a dealer will install the hardware at no cost to them. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 19, 2008. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-574-825-5821.
2005 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 13,662 my 2002-2008 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with glass shower doors and manufactured from june 15, 2001 thorugh august 6, 2007. When pressure is applied to the towel bar on the glass shower door, the edge of the bar may contact the glass.
Risk. Glass breakage may occur which could cause personal injury.
Fix. Owners will be provided with new mounting hardware for the towel bar and installation instructions. If an owner is not comfortable replacing the hardware themselves, a dealer will install the hardware at no cost to them. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 19, 2008. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-574-825-5821.
2004 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Engine And Engine Cooling
What's wrong. On motor homes built on ford e-series chassis, the air filter element material process resulted in an air filter paper element that can smolder or burn. This change in filter paper composition combined with the configuration of the air induction system, may allow hot carbon particles to contact the air filter element during certain driving conditions that create hot particles.
Risk. These hot particles may ignite the air filter element with the potential for air induction system damage or underhood fire.
Fix. Ford is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will inspect and replace the air filter element. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673 or coachmen at 219-825-5821.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 13,662 my 2002-2008 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with glass shower doors and manufactured from june 15, 2001 thorugh august 6, 2007. When pressure is applied to the towel bar on the glass shower door, the edge of the bar may contact the glass.
Risk. Glass breakage may occur which could cause personal injury.
Fix. Owners will be provided with new mounting hardware for the towel bar and installation instructions. If an owner is not comfortable replacing the hardware themselves, a dealer will install the hardware at no cost to them. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 19, 2008. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-574-825-5821.
2003 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
What's wrong. On certain class c mini-motor homes, the generator exhaust pipe may have been assembled and installed incorrectly resulting in insufficient clearance to or contact with the chassis fuel fill tube.
Risk. When operating, the generator's exhaust pipe may reach temperatures that could potentially melt and/or ignite the fuel fill tube. Should this occur, the potential exists for a fire.
Fix. Dealers will disassemble a portion of the generator exhaust pipe assembly, turning one of the bent components around 180 degrees, reassembling the exhaust pipe and measuring to ensure a minimum of 3" air gap with surrounding components. Owner notification began march 24, 2003. 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 coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 13,662 my 2002-2008 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with glass shower doors and manufactured from june 15, 2001 thorugh august 6, 2007. When pressure is applied to the towel bar on the glass shower door, the edge of the bar may contact the glass.
Risk. Glass breakage may occur which could cause personal injury.
Fix. Owners will be provided with new mounting hardware for the towel bar and installation instructions. If an owner is not comfortable replacing the hardware themselves, a dealer will install the hardware at no cost to them. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 19, 2008. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-574-825-5821.
2002 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. On certain motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.
Risk. An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.
Fix. Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. 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 samsung at 800-932-3837 or coachmen at 1-219-825-5821.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 13,662 my 2002-2008 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with glass shower doors and manufactured from june 15, 2001 thorugh august 6, 2007. When pressure is applied to the towel bar on the glass shower door, the edge of the bar may contact the glass.
Risk. Glass breakage may occur which could cause personal injury.
Fix. Owners will be provided with new mounting hardware for the towel bar and installation instructions. If an owner is not comfortable replacing the hardware themselves, a dealer will install the hardware at no cost to them. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 19, 2008. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-574-825-5821.
2001 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables
What's wrong. Vehicle description: mini-motor homes, model number 305. The battery cable that provides power from the coach battery to the generator was routed so it crosses over the top of the catalytic converter heat shield.
Risk. Under extreme temperature conditions, this could cause the cable's insulation to melt resulting in a high resistance short that could potentially lead to a fire.
Fix. Coachmen will inspect to determine if the wires are properly routed. If necessary, the wires will be re-routed.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. On certain motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.
Risk. An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.
Fix. Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. 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 samsung at 800-932-3837 or coachmen at 1-219-825-5821.
2000 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 2
Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly
What's wrong. Vehicle description: class a and c motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
Risk. Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
Fix. Am-safe in notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. On certain motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.
Risk. An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.
Fix. Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. 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 samsung at 800-932-3837 or coachmen at 1-219-825-5821.
1999 Coachmen Leprechaun recalls 1
Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly
What's wrong. Vehicle description: class a and c motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
Risk. Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
Fix. Am-safe in notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.
Best and worst years for the Coachmen Leprechaun
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 32 tracked years, the worst years are 1999, 1997, 2000 and the best (fewest complaints) are 1995, 1996, 1998.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 Leprechaun | — | Best | |
| 1996 Leprechaun | — | Best | |
| 1997 Leprechaun | Tires | Avoid | |
| 1998 Leprechaun | — | Best | |
| 1999 Leprechaun | Tires | Avoid | |
| 2000 Leprechaun | Tires | Avoid | |
| 2001 Leprechaun | Equipment | Average | |
| 2002 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2003 Leprechaun | Tires | Average | |
| 2004 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2005 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2006 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2007 Leprechaun | Equipment | Average | |
| 2008 Leprechaun | Structure | Average | |
| 2009 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2010 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2011 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2012 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2013 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2014 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2015 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2016 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2017 Leprechaun | Wheels | Average | |
| 2018 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2019 Leprechaun | Structure | Average | |
| 2020 Leprechaun | Service Brakes | Average | |
| 2021 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2022 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2023 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2024 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2025 Leprechaun | — | Average | |
| 2026 Leprechaun | — | Average |
What are the most common Coachmen Leprechaun problems?
The most-reported Coachmen Leprechaun problems are Tires (12 reports), Wheels (1 reports) and Equipment (2 reports) — out of 22 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Tires 12 Read
11/24/12 purchased 2 bf goodrich lt225/75r16/beil jd11 2512 50k mile/6yr warranty. 02/29/16 3700 miles from purchase on i-20 in atlanta noticed a vibration road side inspection found one tire had tread separation/bubbled. 3/1 took tire to an authorized dealer who inspected the tire, deemed it defective, bfg paid $135.00 for a $163.00 new tire. 04/12/16 300 miles later on i-75 s ocala, fl. Experienced a very loud crashing/hitting noise followed by a strong vibration, extreme movement in the rear causing the rv/tow vehicle to violently swerve back/forth between lanes almost losing control in a construction zone, the 2nd tire tread completely came off, causing extensive damage to the rv undercarriage & severely damaging the tow vehicle scattering debris on the highway. The separated tread broke the valve stem on the inner tire (dual rear wheel) unknown to me the rv was driven on the failed steel belts to get to safety. The failed tire caused $16,908.20 in damages to both vehicles. Took failed tire to an authorized dealer, store manager could warranty the tire since it was defective but if i was seeking compensation for vehicle damage, would have to contact bfg directly new tire cost $197.93. Contacted bfg, followed their procedures. 05/25 they refused my claim, claiming under inflation/overload as the rational for denial. Called mr. Ritch townsend, bfg manager, on several occasions explaining the situation that the failure was not from as indicated advised him of the first tire failure that was covered said he would personally inspect this current tire failure & would call me back if they refused the claim & stating to send the refused tire back, 06/27 received the damaged tire back, ritch never called. Cant understand why two tires fail for the same reason within a short period of time/mileage of each other, one is covered no questions but the second, only when additional vehicle damage is claimed denied, seems clear bfgoodrich is covering up a greater tire defect.
Driving down i75 north of tampa in coachman motorhome , it started shaking then shaking got worse and worse, i slowed to 15 mpg and eased to shoulder stopped vehicle and looked at back tires , and found the tread had separated from the tire on the drivers inside dual tire. I checked back and there was nothing in the road and no visible puncture damage to tire. It just blew apart. When the tread separated it caused major damage to the underside of the coach. The box for the sewer connections was badly damaged and the filler tube for the fuel tank was hit and pulled in destroying the gas cap and adjacent area . Other pieces hit various parts of the rear bending and distorting the undercarriage.*jb
Dt: contact stated the 4 firestone tires on 2000 coachman, leprechaun model ss314 blew out. The motor home has a 1999 ford e450 chassis. Ton he first tire the entire belt came off, and hit the underside of the vehicle. On the second tire the steel wires came through the tread , but the belt did not come off. The third tire was the same as the second tire. The 4th tire had a 8'' inch tear on the sidewall. The tire had only 7,000 miles on it. Was sent off to firestone for an adjustment or replacement, and firestone refused to adjust or replace the tire because they said that coachman had put too much weight on the motor home, and that was the reason for the tire problem. They refused to give caller this reason in writing. He had not talked to coachman. When the motor home had 20,000 miles on it, consumer stated it started to shimmy badly. Took it in to have it aligned, and they told him the front end was so heavy, they had to send out and have custom made cams machined to do it. *ak
The vehicle had four separate tire blowouts on the rear wheels due to the sidewall cracking and splitting. Three blowouts were on the inside rear tires and one blowout on the outside rear tire. Tire info: firestone lt225/75r16 original 1st failure- 425 miles 3rd failure- 7000 mi . *nlm
1. Traveling on i-77 to charlotte, sc . Tread separated at around 11:30 p.m. 3. Replaced tire - mailed damaged tire to firestone. *ak
1. Driving i-85 at 55 mph. 2. Tread started to separate (tread separation) and pulled over. 3. Drove to closest exit and had changed. *ak
For the second time i had a shoulder separation, but this time trveling at 35 miles per hour in a small town, causing extensive damage to the undercarriage. The previous incident was in early march 2003, speed 60 miles per hour, when the front right tire went the same way, but with no dfamage to the vehicle. 3 other tires appear ready to seperate, according to a local tire service center.the tire size is lt 225/75r16ms. These are original tires with 10/32 nds tire tread remaining. The vehicle has approximatel 22000 miles.*ak
Left front and right rear firestone tires developed cracks (firestone steeltex r45 lt 225/75r96 m/s). Nlm
Pe 00 040/tread separation: right rear inner tire experienced a blowout/tread separation while driving at hwy speed of 55-60 mph in 1997, coachmen, leprechaun; original equipment, tire size 225/75r16, dot# vdilixa506. Firestone notified, and informed consumer that tire was not covered under a recall, and tire was available for analysis. *ak the second blowout caused damage to motorhome. *slc
Firestone, steel tex, p225/75r16, dot vdil1xa366, original equipment on a 1997, coachman leprechaun motorhome. Since may 1999 had 4 tires with tread separation. *ak *slc
Structure 2 Read
The contact owns a 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun built on a 2018 Ford E-450 chassis. The contact stated that the window over the front cabin of the RV had detached. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 coachmen leprechaun motor home. While driving greater than 35 mph, the contact felt that the vehicle moved from one side to the other too much. He took the motor home to the dealer and they replaced the steering box; however, the failure continued. He took the vehicle back to the dealer and they stated that the coachmen body was too overloaded for the frame, which causes the vehicle to dip down while driving. The contact believes that the frame should be made with different specifications and a recall should be issued. The vin was unknown. The current mileage was 37,000 and failure mileage was 5,000.
Power Train 2 Read
Vehicle bounces almost out of control when driving over some bridges and curves this vehicle tilt too much like it want to turn over. This vehicle do not feel safe to drive in some cases. Suv's and large trucks especially causes the vehicle to sway tilt and swirl when they pass.this rv feel unsafe to drive around large vehicles on the highway. I am nervous to drive sometimes on the interstate. This vehicle bounce so much and hard till some of the items in the refrigerator turn over and cushions and pillows fell onto the floor. My wife and i are a little nervous about going over bridges and dips in the road that you cannot see because we are unsure about the rv. Chassis or whatever maybe causing the problem. Also i am 6'1. I have problem getting in and out, i often bump my head when getting in and out because of the over hang, very uncomfortable getting in and out and trying go to the back , very hard on my disabilitys.
While driving, the drive train fell off taking the other section of drive train and the emergency brake assembly from the motor home. This incident was caused by a faulty weld on the drive train. *yh
Equipment 2 Read
Cpsc# i1150333a . 2007 coachmen leprechaun. Consumer stated that she is having problems with her apollo 1/2 time top gas stove/bottom combination microwave and convection oven. It was only used twice. *ln the consumer stated she set the timer for the convection oven and stepped outside, when she opened the door, rolling black smoke filled the rv. The oven was running, but there was no time running and the lights on the entire display panel were flashing. She turned off the circuit breaker and pulled the burned food out of the oven. The inside of the oven was brown. Last week, the consumer put something in the microwave for four minutes and it began flashing again and smoke began emitting from the microwave. The consumer was advised by the manufacturer to contact a supply store. The supply store informed the consumer about a connection at the top of the oven that could dislodge and cause the unit to act erratic. *jb
Tl* - the contact received the highway magazine from good sams regarding the dometic refrigerator recall 06e076000. The motor home is a 2001 coachmen leprechaun, model# rm2652 and serial # 04500353. The contact travels frequently, and is concerned with the safety risk involved, itcould cause a fire. The contact will also call dometic per instructions in her magazine. *ak updated 03/30/07. *jb
Service Brakes 1 Read
The braking seemed weak on this RV but we had no baseline to compare it with since we purchased this one new. Three years after purchasing I was underneath the vehicle tracing a wire when I found the brake line from the brake master cylinder to the rear brakes badly crimped over a bolt in the frame. The line was almost completely closed and there were shiny grooves in it from the threads on the bolt it went over. An independent RV service shop replaced the brake line and said it looked like we had been operating on front brakes only. It appears when the manufacturer stretched the frame to accommodate the RV body, someone ran the brake line over the bolt instead of under it. When they tightened it down it crimped. I have the damaged line. RV going over mountain passes with no brakes.
Suspension 1 Read
Vehicle bounces almost out of control when driving over some bridges and curves this vehicle tilt too much like it want to turn over. This vehicle do not feel safe to drive in some cases. Suv's and large trucks especially causes the vehicle to sway tilt and swirl when they pass.this rv feel unsafe to drive around large vehicles on the highway. I am nervous to drive sometimes on the interstate. This vehicle bounce so much and hard till some of the items in the refrigerator turn over and cushions and pillows fell onto the floor. My wife and i are a little nervous about going over bridges and dips in the road that you cannot see because we are unsure about the rv. Chassis or whatever maybe causing the problem. Also i am 6'1. I have problem getting in and out, i often bump my head when getting in and out because of the over hang, very uncomfortable getting in and out and trying go to the back , very hard on my disabilitys.
Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1 Read
Vehicle bounces almost out of control when driving over some bridges and curves this vehicle tilt too much like it want to turn over. This vehicle do not feel safe to drive in some cases. Suv's and large trucks especially causes the vehicle to sway tilt and swirl when they pass.this rv feel unsafe to drive around large vehicles on the highway. I am nervous to drive sometimes on the interstate. This vehicle bounce so much and hard till some of the items in the refrigerator turn over and cushions and pillows fell onto the floor. My wife and i are a little nervous about going over bridges and dips in the road that you cannot see because we are unsure about the rv. Chassis or whatever maybe causing the problem. Also i am 6'1. I have problem getting in and out, i often bump my head when getting in and out because of the over hang, very uncomfortable getting in and out and trying go to the back , very hard on my disabilitys.
Wheels 1 Read
Regarding their 2017 coachmen leprechaun aluminum wheels which are not compatible with the ford chassis (full document not imaged). *ld *js *bf *tr
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Coachmen Leprechaun specifications & dimensions
The 2026 Coachmen Leprechaun. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Coachmen Leprechaun window sticker.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Coachmen Leprechaun cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Leprechaun holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Coachmen Leprechaun tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Coachmen Leprechaun get?
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What engines does the Coachmen Leprechaun have? Power & range
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How much does a Coachmen Leprechaun cost to own?
A Coachmen Leprechaun depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Check what a used Leprechaun is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | $24,000 | −$6,000 |
| Year 2 | 70% | $21,000 | −$9,000 |
| Year 3 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 4 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 5 | 46% | $13,800 | −$16,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Leprechaun loses about 54% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Leprechaun ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Coachmen Leprechaun safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Leprechaun yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Coachmen Leprechaun last?
A well-maintained Coachmen Leprechaun typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Coachmen Leprechaun’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
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Check this Leprechaun’s VIN free →All Coachmen Leprechaun model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Coachmen Leprechaun — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Leprechaun | 0 | — | — |
| 2025 Leprechaun | 0 | — | — |
| 2024 Leprechaun | 0 | — | — |
| 2023 Leprechaun | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2022 Leprechaun | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2021 Leprechaun | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2020 Leprechaun | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2019 Leprechaun | 3 recalls | — | — |
| 2018 Leprechaun | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2017 Leprechaun | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2016 Leprechaun | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2015 Leprechaun | 3 recalls | — | — |
| 2014 Leprechaun | 3 recalls | — | — |
| 2013 Leprechaun | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2012 Leprechaun | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2011 Leprechaun | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2010 Leprechaun | 1 recall | — | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Leprechaun?
By owner-complaint volume, 1999, 1997, 2000 drew the most reports. 1995, 1996, 1998 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Leprechaun have?
41 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2010–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
How many miles does a Leprechaun last?
A well-maintained Leprechaun typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Leprechaun reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Leprechaun is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Coachmen Leprechaun warranty?
New Coachmen models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Coachmen dealer.
Where is the Coachmen Leprechaun made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Leprechaun's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Coachmen may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Leprechaun have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.