The Coachmen Mirada spans 2010–2026 with 58 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2011, 2005, 2004 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 1995, 1996, 1997. 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 Mirada is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2010 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Coachmen Mirada VIN — every digit explained
Every Coachmen Mirada 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 Mirada.
- 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 Mirada, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Coachmen Mirada have?
The Coachmen Mirada has 58 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2010–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2022 Coachmen Mirada recalls 1
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Coachmen Catalina, Cross Trail, Pursuit, Sportscoach, East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Forester, FR3, Sunseeker, Wildwood, 2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Brookstone, Chaparral, Chapparral Lite, Clipper, Freedom Express, Independence Trail, Mirada, Spirit, Viking, Work and Play, East to West Ahara, Tandara, Forest River Aurora, Cardinal, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Flagstaff, Georgetown, Ibex, Impression, Ozark, Puma, R-Pod, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Sierra, Solera, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Surveyor, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildcat, XLR Toyhauler, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer, Shasta Oasis, and Phoenix fifth wheel and travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.
Risk. An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fabric roll or complete awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact the customer service numbers listed in the recall report for their designated model. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1532. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 22V-486.
2020 Coachmen Mirada 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.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Coachmen Cross Country, 2015 Coachmen Encore, 2016-2020 Coachmen Mirada, 2018-2021 Coachmen Sportscoach, 2019-2021 Forest River Berkshire, 2011-2016 Forest River Blue Ridge, 2014-2019 Forest River Cardinal, 2014-2020 Forest River Cedar Creek, 2014-2021 Forest River Georgetown, 2019 Forest River Legacy, and 2017-2018 Forest River Riverstone recreational vehicles equipped with Hehr 6400 Series windows. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.
Risk. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1380.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Coachmen Mirada and Pursuit Class A motorhomes. The gasoline-powered generator fuel supply hose may leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel hose, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8212. Forest River's number for this recall is 310-1168.
2019 Coachmen Mirada recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Coachmen Cross Country, 2015 Coachmen Encore, 2016-2020 Coachmen Mirada, 2018-2021 Coachmen Sportscoach, 2019-2021 Forest River Berkshire, 2011-2016 Forest River Blue Ridge, 2014-2019 Forest River Cardinal, 2014-2020 Forest River Cedar Creek, 2014-2021 Forest River Georgetown, 2019 Forest River Legacy, and 2017-2018 Forest River Riverstone recreational vehicles equipped with Hehr 6400 Series windows. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.
Risk. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1380.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Coachmen Mirada and Pursuit Class A motorhomes. The gasoline-powered generator fuel supply hose may leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel hose, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8212. Forest River's number for this recall is 310-1168.
2018 Coachmen Mirada 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.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Coachmen Cross Country, 2015 Coachmen Encore, 2016-2020 Coachmen Mirada, 2018-2021 Coachmen Sportscoach, 2019-2021 Forest River Berkshire, 2011-2016 Forest River Blue Ridge, 2014-2019 Forest River Cardinal, 2014-2020 Forest River Cedar Creek, 2014-2021 Forest River Georgetown, 2019 Forest River Legacy, and 2017-2018 Forest River Riverstone recreational vehicles equipped with Hehr 6400 Series windows. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.
Risk. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1380.
2017 Coachmen Mirada 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.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Coachmen Cross Country, 2015 Coachmen Encore, 2016-2020 Coachmen Mirada, 2018-2021 Coachmen Sportscoach, 2019-2021 Forest River Berkshire, 2011-2016 Forest River Blue Ridge, 2014-2019 Forest River Cardinal, 2014-2020 Forest River Cedar Creek, 2014-2021 Forest River Georgetown, 2019 Forest River Legacy, and 2017-2018 Forest River Riverstone recreational vehicles equipped with Hehr 6400 Series windows. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.
Risk. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1380.
2016 Coachmen Mirada recalls 5
Power Train:automatic Transmission
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Forest River FR3 and Georgetown, and Coachmen Mirada and Pursuit recreational vehicles manufactured August 7, 2015, to October 22, 2015. Due to an incorrect shift cable bracket and an improper shift cable adjustment, the affected vehicles can be shifted out of 'PARK' without applying the brakes.
Risk. If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and Ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began on December 3, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-800-392-3673. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-10302015-0105.
Trailer Hitches
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc., (Forest River) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Coachmen Pursuit, Mirada, and Encounter motorhomes manufactured from March 1, 2011, through September 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the trailer hitch attaching bolts and nuts may not have been properly tightened, allowing the hitch to detach during use.
Risk. If the trailer hitch partially or fully detaches from the motorhome while it is towing a vehicle, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fastener kit, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners West of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8317. Owners East of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8305. Forest River's campaign number for this recall is 310-09112015-0086.
Parking Brake
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Coachmen Mirada motorhomes, model MDA31FWF, manufactured August 21, 2015, to October 2, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the parking brake actuator may be out of calibration causing the parking brake system to not properly hold the vehicle even with the parking brake pedal fully depressed. Additionally, the parking brake may not disengage completely when the parking brake pedal is released.
Risk. If the parking brake does not fully engage, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. A parking brake that drags may result in a wheel end fire.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and Ford dealers will replace the parking brake foot pedal pedal assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-293-1581. Forest River's number for this recall is 310-10282015-0103.
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.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Coachmen Cross Country, 2015 Coachmen Encore, 2016-2020 Coachmen Mirada, 2018-2021 Coachmen Sportscoach, 2019-2021 Forest River Berkshire, 2011-2016 Forest River Blue Ridge, 2014-2019 Forest River Cardinal, 2014-2020 Forest River Cedar Creek, 2014-2021 Forest River Georgetown, 2019 Forest River Legacy, and 2017-2018 Forest River Riverstone recreational vehicles equipped with Hehr 6400 Series windows. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.
Risk. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1380.
2015 Coachmen Mirada 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.
Trailer Hitches
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc., (Forest River) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Coachmen Pursuit, Mirada, and Encounter motorhomes manufactured from March 1, 2011, through September 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the trailer hitch attaching bolts and nuts may not have been properly tightened, allowing the hitch to detach during use.
Risk. If the trailer hitch partially or fully detaches from the motorhome while it is towing a vehicle, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fastener kit, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners West of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8317. Owners East of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8305. Forest River's campaign number for this recall is 310-09112015-0086.
2014 Coachmen Mirada recalls 4
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.
Trailer Hitches
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc., (Forest River) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Coachmen Pursuit, Mirada, and Encounter motorhomes manufactured from March 1, 2011, through September 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the trailer hitch attaching bolts and nuts may not have been properly tightened, allowing the hitch to detach during use.
Risk. If the trailer hitch partially or fully detaches from the motorhome while it is towing a vehicle, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fastener kit, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners West of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8317. Owners East of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8305. Forest River's campaign number for this recall is 310-09112015-0086.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014 FR3, 2009 Forest River Encore, Sportscoach Elite, and Aurora, 2008-2009 Cruise Master, 2012-2015 Aviator, 2007-2014 Georgetown, 2007-2009 Legend, 2008-2012 Ridgeview, 2008-2014 Cross Country, 2010-2014 Coachmen Encounter, 2009-2014 Pathfinder, Solera, Mirada, Prism, and Pursuit motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. Forest River issued an interim notification to owners on January 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service number at 1-574-389-4600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102015-0109. Or owners can contact Lippert Components at 1-574-537-8900.
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.
2013 Coachmen Mirada recalls 4
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.
Trailer Hitches
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc., (Forest River) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Coachmen Pursuit, Mirada, and Encounter motorhomes manufactured from March 1, 2011, through September 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the trailer hitch attaching bolts and nuts may not have been properly tightened, allowing the hitch to detach during use.
Risk. If the trailer hitch partially or fully detaches from the motorhome while it is towing a vehicle, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fastener kit, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners West of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8317. Owners East of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8305. Forest River's campaign number for this recall is 310-09112015-0086.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014 FR3, 2009 Forest River Encore, Sportscoach Elite, and Aurora, 2008-2009 Cruise Master, 2012-2015 Aviator, 2007-2014 Georgetown, 2007-2009 Legend, 2008-2012 Ridgeview, 2008-2014 Cross Country, 2010-2014 Coachmen Encounter, 2009-2014 Pathfinder, Solera, Mirada, Prism, and Pursuit motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. Forest River issued an interim notification to owners on January 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service number at 1-574-389-4600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102015-0109. Or owners can contact Lippert Components at 1-574-537-8900.
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 Mirada recalls 4
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014 FR3, 2009 Forest River Encore, Sportscoach Elite, and Aurora, 2008-2009 Cruise Master, 2012-2015 Aviator, 2007-2014 Georgetown, 2007-2009 Legend, 2008-2012 Ridgeview, 2008-2014 Cross Country, 2010-2014 Coachmen Encounter, 2009-2014 Pathfinder, Solera, Mirada, Prism, and Pursuit motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. Forest River issued an interim notification to owners on January 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service number at 1-574-389-4600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102015-0109. Or owners can contact Lippert Components at 1-574-537-8900.
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.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl)
What's wrong. Coachmen rv is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 mirada and encounter recreational vehicles built on a ford f-53 chassis, manufactured from february 1, 2010, through february 17, 2012. The gear shifters cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the gear display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.
Risk. An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Coachmen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the gear shifters cable assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2012. Owners may contact coachmen rv at 1-800-453-6064.
Trailer Hitches
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc., (Forest River) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Coachmen Pursuit, Mirada, and Encounter motorhomes manufactured from March 1, 2011, through September 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the trailer hitch attaching bolts and nuts may not have been properly tightened, allowing the hitch to detach during use.
Risk. If the trailer hitch partially or fully detaches from the motorhome while it is towing a vehicle, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fastener kit, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners West of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8317. Owners East of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8305. Forest River's campaign number for this recall is 310-09112015-0086.
2011 Coachmen Mirada recalls 4
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014 FR3, 2009 Forest River Encore, Sportscoach Elite, and Aurora, 2008-2009 Cruise Master, 2012-2015 Aviator, 2007-2014 Georgetown, 2007-2009 Legend, 2008-2012 Ridgeview, 2008-2014 Cross Country, 2010-2014 Coachmen Encounter, 2009-2014 Pathfinder, Solera, Mirada, Prism, and Pursuit motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. Forest River issued an interim notification to owners on January 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service number at 1-574-389-4600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102015-0109. Or owners can contact Lippert Components at 1-574-537-8900.
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.
Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling certain model year 2011 mirada, encounter, cross country, and pathfinder travel trailers manufactured from june 28, 2010, through august 26, 2010, and manufacturer with siemens and murray brand one inch plug-in circuit breakers, single and double pole, 15 through 50 amps, manufactured between june 23 and july 2, 2010. The house type circuit breakers may be faulty and heat up and cause a fire.
Risk. This could lead to a fire, property damage, or personal injury.
Fix. Dealers will remove all breakers from the distribution panel and inspect each breaker and remove and/or replace with a new breaker free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during october 2010. Owners may contact coachmen rv customer service at 1-800-453-6064.
Trailer Hitches
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc., (Forest River) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Coachmen Pursuit, Mirada, and Encounter motorhomes manufactured from March 1, 2011, through September 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the trailer hitch attaching bolts and nuts may not have been properly tightened, allowing the hitch to detach during use.
Risk. If the trailer hitch partially or fully detaches from the motorhome while it is towing a vehicle, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fastener kit, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners West of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8317. Owners East of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8305. Forest River's campaign number for this recall is 310-09112015-0086.
2010 Coachmen Mirada recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014 FR3, 2009 Forest River Encore, Sportscoach Elite, and Aurora, 2008-2009 Cruise Master, 2012-2015 Aviator, 2007-2014 Georgetown, 2007-2009 Legend, 2008-2012 Ridgeview, 2008-2014 Cross Country, 2010-2014 Coachmen Encounter, 2009-2014 Pathfinder, Solera, Mirada, Prism, and Pursuit motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. Forest River issued an interim notification to owners on January 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service number at 1-574-389-4600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102015-0109. Or owners can contact Lippert Components at 1-574-537-8900.
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 Mirada recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014 FR3, 2009 Forest River Encore, Sportscoach Elite, and Aurora, 2008-2009 Cruise Master, 2012-2015 Aviator, 2007-2014 Georgetown, 2007-2009 Legend, 2008-2012 Ridgeview, 2008-2014 Cross Country, 2010-2014 Coachmen Encounter, 2009-2014 Pathfinder, Solera, Mirada, Prism, and Pursuit motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. Forest River issued an interim notification to owners on January 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service number at 1-574-389-4600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102015-0109. Or owners can contact Lippert Components at 1-574-537-8900.
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.
2008 Coachmen Mirada 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.
2007 Coachmen Mirada recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 37,293 motorhomes and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
Risk. Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
Fix. Coachmen is working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or coachmen at 574-825-5821.
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.
2006 Coachmen Mirada recalls 2
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 37,293 motorhomes and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
Risk. Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
Fix. Coachmen is working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or coachmen at 574-825-5821.
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.
2005 Coachmen Mirada recalls 3
Trailer Hitches
What's wrong. On certain class a motor homes, the rear hitch attachment brackets that connect the hitch assembly to the chassis frame may crack at the 90 degree bend.
Risk. If this were to occur, a complete separation of the hitch assembly from the chassis could occur, resulting in a crash due to a loss of control of the towed vehicle or trailer.
Fix. Dealers will repair the hitch assembly attachment brackets free of charge. The recall began on march 24, 2005. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 37,293 motorhomes and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
Risk. Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
Fix. Coachmen is working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or coachmen at 574-825-5821.
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.
2004 Coachmen Mirada recalls 4
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 37,293 motorhomes and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
Risk. Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
Fix. Coachmen is working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or coachmen at 574-825-5821.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer
What's wrong. On certain motor homes. The frame extrusion at the base of the kitchen slide room, that serves to maintain the locking mechanism for the slide room, may become loose from the body of the vehicle. When this occurs, the locking mechanism is rendered ineffective and the slide room can open unexpectedly.
Risk. Should this occur while the vehicle is in motion, the potential exists for a crash.
Fix. Dealers will install longer self-tapping screws to ensure the extrusion is secured to the steel framing. In addition, "travel locks" that, while in place, prevent the slide room from moving out under any circumstances will be supplied with all units. Owner notification began on april 28, 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 1-219-825-5821.
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:shackle
What's wrong. On certain motorhomes, the chassis leaf spring rear shackle and/or shackle bolt could come in direct contact with the lp tank when the vehicle is in motion.
Risk. This could cause the lp tank to become damaged and potentially leak increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will move the mounting location of the tank out of the chassis rails, away from the chassis leaf spring rear shackle. Owner notification began on april 12, 2004. Owners 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 Mirada recalls 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp
What's wrong. Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
Risk. In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
Fix. Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. 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 1-219-825-5821.
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.
2001 Coachmen Mirada recalls 4
Exterior Lighting
What's wrong. Vehicle description: class a motor homes, model numbers 280, 300, 321, and 340. The front side marker lights were not installed as required under federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk. If the front side marker lights are not visible to other motorists, a vehicle crash can occur.
Fix. Coachmen will inspect and repair the motor homes.
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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
What's wrong. On motor home chassis built by workhorse and equipped with bosch brakes, the pads can drag on the rotor surface due to the pin slide.
Risk. A hang up or lock up may cause the calipers to over heat and not allow the driver to stop safely. This could cause overheating of the brake calipers which could result in a vehicle fire.
Fix. Workhorse is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will repair the brake caliper. Owners should contact workhorse at 1-877-294-6773 or coachmen at 219-825-5821.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid
What's wrong. Coachmen is recalling 2,555 my 2000-2009 georgie boy and coachmen recreational trailers equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag. The driver would normally have warning of the brake drag if undetected by the driver.
Risk. The driver would normally detect the brake drag but if undetected the temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions due to brake fluid boil, and possible extended stopping distance increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. Workhorse is handling the remedy for this campaign please see 09v-110. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731 or coachmen at 1-574-266-4030, option 5.
2000 Coachmen Mirada 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 Mirada 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 Mirada
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 32 tracked years, the worst years are 2011, 2005, 2004 and the best (fewest complaints) are 1995, 1996, 1997.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 Mirada | — | Best | |
| 1996 Mirada | — | Best | |
| 1997 Mirada | — | Best | |
| 1998 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 1999 Mirada | Structure | Average | |
| 2000 Mirada | Service Brakes | Average | |
| 2001 Mirada | Service Brakes | Average | |
| 2002 Mirada | Tires | Average | |
| 2003 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 2004 Mirada | Equipment | Avoid | |
| 2005 Mirada | Equipment | Avoid | |
| 2006 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 2007 Mirada | Electrical System | Average | |
| 2008 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 2009 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 2010 Mirada | Power Train | Average | |
| 2011 Mirada | Structure | Avoid | |
| 2012 Mirada | Trailer Hitches | Average | |
| 2013 Mirada | Suspension | Average | |
| 2014 Mirada | Suspension | Average | |
| 2015 Mirada | Suspension | Average | |
| 2016 Mirada | Electrical System | Average | |
| 2017 Mirada | Structure | Average | |
| 2018 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 2019 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 2020 Mirada | Structure | Average | |
| 2021 Mirada | Power Train | Average | |
| 2022 Mirada | Suspension | Average | |
| 2023 Mirada | Fuel/propulsion System | Average | |
| 2024 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 2025 Mirada | — | Average | |
| 2026 Mirada | — | Average |
What are the most common Coachmen Mirada problems?
The most-reported Coachmen Mirada problems are Tires (4 reports), Steering (2 reports) and Equipment (2 reports) — out of 37 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:
Suspension 8 Read
The contact owns a 2022 Coachmen Mirada ES RV built on a 2021 Ford F53 Chassis. The contact stated that the rear driver's side and rear passenger's side stabilizer bar brackets supporting the rear axles had fractured in half and were hanging on the ground. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to an unknown dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V731000 (Suspension) however, the dealer informed the contact that no issues were found, and the repair was not needed. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 8,964.
Driver side rear sway mount bracket fell off. This is well documented on the internet and has been occurring for many years on the Ford F53 chassis. Sway bar keeps sway and body roll to a minimum while driving. Without the mount, it's ability to prevent sway is diminished. If the bracket fell off during travel, the large solid piece of metal and bolts would have fallen into road and potentially cause an accident or damage to another vehicle.
The contact owns a 2021 Coachmen Mirada RV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V202000 (Suspension, Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
My issue is with a 35' coachmen motorhome that i purchased in 2015, although the issue seems to be industry wide involving any gasoline powered class 'a' units. I personally am aware of several other makes, models of class a's with this flaw. When encountering a rough road, dips and valleys, and particularly when cornering, there is an excessive sway, list, l to rt lean or whatever you call it .depending on the severity of the 'list' it can be scary...i have measured as much as a 25 degree reading of list with an inclinometer. The industry is aware of this issue, it can't be overlooked if they drive their own product! There is a fix for this problem that should be addressed at the factory; however, the manufacturers would rather leave it to the purchaser. 'roadmaster', 'sumosprings' and other suspension enhancement companies are doing very well taking care of this problem but at a cost of $1k and up. I do not know if this flaw could be a safety issue but if not it surely must come close.
Our 2014 coachmen mirada rv has 30,800 miles and started to vibrate with noise while driving. We took the rv to a repair shop and they diagnosed problem as king pins (suspension) on our ford f53 chassis. King pins help hold everything together and normally last 175,000 miles. Knowing this we wanted a second opinion so took the rv to a different mechanic who confirmed the problem is the king pins. I researched the internet and found 7 cases with same problem on rv chat rooms so i contacted ford motor company. We were at that time a few weeks over 5 year warranty. Ford gave me the run around and said my rv dealership didn't file an extended sale warranty date and it takes one month to update the system after receiving change order. After we waited a month ford says they won't help pay for the $2,200 job because our first claim with them was closed and they'd have to start the claim today which is 2 months over warranty.
Rear sway arm mounts: while performing a pre-flight of the vehicle before a family trip, a metal component was noticed hanging underneath the rear of the vehicle. Upon further inspection it was noted that the drivers side rear clamp that holds the rear sway bar urethane bushing in place to the axle was fractured and hanging loose from the lower mount. The upper and lower bolts were still in place, but the assembly/metal had fractured 3/4 of the way up the clamp. This placed the sway bar / stabilizer bar in an unsecured situation on the drivers side of the vehicle. The vehicle was parked in a residential drive way being loaded in preparation for a family camping trip. The fracture surface had discoloration and a large rust spot which permeated the width of the fracture. The lower restraining bolt was found to be several threads loosened and the first several threads below the head were rounded. The urethane bushing appears to be damaged from the metal component unsecured movement, and it is unknown what additional stresses this placed on the down comers. The local ford dealer is being contacted for replacement/repair and the vehicle was returned to storage until repairs can be completed. This is a ford f53 chassis with factory frame extensions to support the recreational vehicle structure.
Note: we have since learned this incident has been characterized as "the death wobble" as follows: this occurred on our first "shakedown" (pun intended) trip of 300 miles taken in a new 29 ft coachmen mirada (leftover 2011 model) class a motorhome w/f53 chasis which was manufactured by ford in oct 2008. Its noteworthy that, initially, a slight shutter in coach body could be felt when highway driving over minor bumps or surface discontinuities. After driving 200 miles, we drove at 55 mph over a highway bridge expansion joint - kind of a quick double bump, which set off an extremely violent rapid shaking of the entire coach resulting in difficult steering and a harrowing experience. Thankfully, there was limited traffic, traveling in right lane, and room on shoulder to pull over. This violent shaking continued until < 5 mph. Checked tires and under chasis - all seemed ok. Continued driving home to complete the balance of trip, avoiding as many bumps as possible, and with no further incident. Rv is currently at a ford service shop for inspection and resolution. This was a very unsafe condition, and could easily have resulted in a major traffic incident, especially if there was heavy traffic and limited room to pull over. *tr updated 11/25/13
Living room slider has been in for repairs twice. 1st was 2/7/04 when it was out of alignment with only 2572 miles on coach, and 2300 of those miles were delivery distination. 2nd was7/2/04, 5 months later with only 3769 miles on coach, the slide came out when the unit was sitting and the park brake was off, then it came out when the coach was sitting with the engine running and the park brake off.*ak
Structure 6 Read
2020 coachmen miranda 35os. Consumer writes in regards to missing screw down the liner of slide entry door. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle experienced multiple structural issues. The entry door not closing properly and the kitchen slide not going in correctly are a safety hazard. The consumer stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer who, unsuccessfuly, attempted to repair the failures. The vin is registering as a vehicle of a different make, model, and model year. *js
The contact owns a 2017 Coachmen Mirada Motorhome built on a 2016 Ford F53 Motorhome chassis. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the carbon monoxide alarm alerted him that there were carbon monoxide fumes inside the RV. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that there was a hole in the firewall caused by exposed engine wires that were not sealed. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the RV was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer informed the contact that it was a defect and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 8,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 coachmen mirada. The contact stated that there were multiple failures that progressed concerning the tv, generator, and slide outs on both sides. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for multiple repairs. The contact continued to experience multiple failures and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for further inspection and diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 1,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 coachmen mirada. The contact stated that the step bolts fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v798000 (equipment) and stated that the parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
I drove my class a motorhome up my driveway after dumping my grey water tank. I went to exit through the only door and it would not open no matter what i did. I had to crawl out of a window to get out nearly injuring myself. It has been 6 hours and i have repeatedly tried to open the door from the outside and it will not open. Had there been a fire or emergency it would have been a real problem. I believe it is a trimark lock. *tr
We own a 1999 coachmen mirada motorhome with a large slideout for a dinette and sofa. We were driving up a narrow winding road in a remote area on the way to kernville, ca when, for no apparent reason the slideout extended fully (about 2 feet from the main chassis.) we were traveling at approximately 40 mph at the time and had just gone around a right bend in the road (the slideout is on the left of the coach.) if there had been a vehicle passing in the other direction, this could have potentially resulted in a fatal accident. We had to stop the coach, push the slide out in manually and block it with wood to prevent it sliding out again because it appeared to be free floating. We currently have stiers rv repairs in bakersfield, california evaluating the coach. We called coachmen service to report the problem, jason told us that failures happen! We understand us transportation secretary ray lahood is ordering a full review of motorcoach safety. We feel he needs to investigate this problem and find out if coachmen has a history of slideout failures under warranty or on later models. Please get back to me and let me know if this problem needs to be reported to any other agency. We are also going to write to coachmen and officially report the problem. We will contact you as soon as we hear with an update. We just want to notify you so others are aware of this problem. Thank you. *tr jean and ken dickey
Power Train 4 Read
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 coachmen mirada. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, he was alerted by fellow motorist that light gray smoke was emitting from his vehicle. The contact immediately pulled over and had all the occupants exit the motor home. Upon inspection, the contact saw that the transmission fluid had overflowed onto the exhaust pipe which had cause a fire. A police report was not filed and no injuries were sustained as a result of the failure. The contact was able to retrieve a fire extinguisher and extinguish the fire. The contact allowed the vehicle to cool off and continued to drive the vehicle at a low rate of speed until he reached his destination. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was discovered that the orifice for the transmission fluid to flow to the engine was to small; due to this design flaw, the transmission overheat which caused the failure. The vehicle was repaired by the independent mechanic. Coachmen had initially been notified of the failure and informed him that the failure was related to ford who was the maker of the chasity. The contact reached out to the ford manufacturer where he filed a claim with ford. They declined to assist was the repair of the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000. *bf *as
The primary component that failed is the transmission system, part of the vehicle’s powertrain, which has exhibited ongoing malfunction since the purchase of the 2021 Coachmen Mirada 35ES. The vehicle has been unsafe to drive due to this unresolved transmission issue, putting the safety of the driver and others at risk. The problem has been confirmed but not fully resolved by Peach State Ford under warranty in 2021, and the vehicle was scheduled for further inspection at Gator Ford; however, repeated delays and refusals to accept the RV have hindered timely resolution. The RV has not yet undergone a complete inspection by the manufacturer or authorized service center due to these issues, but the concern has been communicated multiple times with relevant parties. Warning symptoms related to the transmission problem have been present since the initial purchase, leading to multiple service attempts and ongoing safety concerns.
The contact owns a 2021 Coachmen Mirada RV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V202000 (Suspension, Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 coachmen mirada. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle failed to switch gears. The contact discovered that the shifter cable was fractured and separated from the transmission due to heat from the exhaust manifold. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and repaired. Not further details were available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 25,000.
Tires 4 Read
Sanitary boom arm was torn off by a piece of tire tread debris.*mr boom arm caused the tail pipe to flaten.*ts
Dt: the contact stated the inside rear dual tire blew out. The only warning was severe vibration before the blowout occurred. There was a 72 month warranty on the tires. The dealer and the manufacturer refused to honor the warranty. The tire was replaced at the contact's expense. However, even after replacement of the damaged tire the vehicle continued to vibrate. *ak updated 1/11/2006 - *nm
General tire lmt 400, 225/70r 19.5 two separate incidents on 2002 coachmen rv with ford chassis. First on interstate rear inner dual blowout showing sidewall zipper of approx 6 inches, tire had 13000 miles on july 17, 2003. Second incident on in town roadway blowout of inner dual showing sidewall zipper pf approx 6 inches, tire had 500 miles. Notified general of both incidents, first incident took tire to general dealer stated was not fault of tire but of mouting or underinflation. Tire subsequently replaced by ford dealer. Ford notified with details. Second incident general notified directed to take tire to local ford dealer who when contacted stated dealership did not have facilities for rvs refused to set appointment for review. Based on two incidents with same problem i have serious concern about driving vehicle which has six of these tires until someone can explain what happened.*ak
My wife and i were enroute to columbus oh from newbury ma. Approximately 4 hours into the trip on rt 84 in ludington, n.y. A horrendous bang from the rear. I immediately pulled to the side of the interstate to investigate. I found a 3 1/2 inch hole in the passenger inside rear duel on the outside wall. I limped to the next exit after the highway patrols suggestion to a hess gas station and called good sam's road service. All went well from there. *jb
Electrical System 3 Read
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 coachmen mirada. The contact stated that with no warning while driving approximately 35 mph, a fire erupted from the rear of the vehicle near the tires, to the inner cab of the mobile home. The driver and four passengers were able to exit the vehicle. A police report was filed and a fire inspection report was completed. There were no injuries reported. The road had to be blocked off while the fire inspector extinguished the flames and the vehicle was destroyed. The insurance company towed the vehicle to a yard. An authorized dealer was not contacted. The insurance company was to inspect the vehicle and the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was waiting on the manufacturer to investigate what caused the failure. The contact was uncertain if the mobile home would be replaced due to the failure. The contact was uncertain if the failure was related to nhtsa campaign number: 08v279000 (equipment) and was not notified of this recall to determine if the mobile home was included or excluded. The failure mileage was not available. Updated 08/22/17*lj updated 08/25/17*js
The horn used to work and now it does not. Can not find a fuse for it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 coachmen mirada. The contact stated that there were multiple failures that progressed concerning the tv, generator, and slide outs on both sides. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for multiple repairs. The contact continued to experience multiple failures and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for further inspection and diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 1,000.
Service Brakes 3 Read
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 coachmen mirada. While driving and exiting the highway, the contact heard an abnormal noise when the brake pedal was depressed. The brake pedal felt irregular and the contact had to apply force to the brake pedal. While pulling the vehicle over, a fireman alerted the contact to exit the vehicle due to flames erupting from the two front wheels. The rear wheels were not affected by the failure. The fireman and the contact used fire extinguishers to extinguish the flames. A fire report was not provided. The contact called the manufacturer several times, but was unable to speak with anyone. The vehicle was serviced by an independent repair facility. The vehicle was parked and covered after the failure. The vehicle was excluded from nhtsa campaign numbers: 09v193000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 09v110000 (service brakes, hydraulic), although it exhibited the same failure. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 43,747.
Drove vehicle approximately 25 miles over flat land, no hills or mountains, to dump waste water. When we went to left rear of rv to open sewer access, smelled strong scent of burning brake fluid and could detect heat from wheel well. Allowed brakes ample time to cool down then drove home without incident. Brake smell was diminished when arrived at home. Drive vehicle short distances only three times since then, without incident. *tr
When the consumer made a turn, the brake light came on and seconds later the brakes locked. As a result the parking brake and the electric brakes failed. The dealer states the brakes inadequate for the motor home. The cause has yet to be determined. Please provide additional information. *jb
Trailer Hitches 2 Read
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 coachmen mirada. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v576000 (trailer hitches) but a schedule was unable to be made for the recall remedy to be performed. The contact was unable to determine when the recall repair would be completed. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. The manufacturer was to be contacted due to no response from the dealer. The contact was not experiencing a failure and wanted to determine when the vehicle would be repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Reference: report receipt date: mar 17, 2005 nhtsa campaign number: 05v092000 component(s): trailer hitches i purchased a used coachmen mirada motorhome on april 23, 2013. After picking up the motorhome, i checked for recalls and found that there was one on the "hitch bracket assembly". In contacting the dealer i was informed that the recall had been completed and that i could call coachmen for confirmation. When i called coachmen they stated that they had not talked to anyone at the dealer and could not confirm if my unit had been checked and/or repaired. They stated that forest river rv purchased coachmen rv and they were prohibited to discuss any recalls older then 2009. I am at an impasse as i would like to know if my unit is affected. I have had another rv dealer check it and gave them information copies (see above) of what i could find on the internet. They have tried contacting coachmen and have not had any luck in getting an answer. As this is a safety recall, this second dealer said that i should not tow anything or use the hitch until this problem is resolved, i feel that this needs to be addressed and would appreciate your help. *tr
Steering 2 Read
Note: we have since learned this incident has been characterized as "the death wobble" as follows: this occurred on our first "shakedown" (pun intended) trip of 300 miles taken in a new 29 ft coachmen mirada (leftover 2011 model) class a motorhome w/f53 chasis which was manufactured by ford in oct 2008. Its noteworthy that, initially, a slight shutter in coach body could be felt when highway driving over minor bumps or surface discontinuities. After driving 200 miles, we drove at 55 mph over a highway bridge expansion joint - kind of a quick double bump, which set off an extremely violent rapid shaking of the entire coach resulting in difficult steering and a harrowing experience. Thankfully, there was limited traffic, traveling in right lane, and room on shoulder to pull over. This violent shaking continued until < 5 mph. Checked tires and under chasis - all seemed ok. Continued driving home to complete the balance of trip, avoiding as many bumps as possible, and with no further incident. Rv is currently at a ford service shop for inspection and resolution. This was a very unsafe condition, and could easily have resulted in a major traffic incident, especially if there was heavy traffic and limited room to pull over. *tr updated 11/25/13
On three separate occasions (on the same trip) i experienced total loss of steering control at 60 mph due to the front wheels of my motor home hitting staggered bumps in the road that set off a harmonic vibration. The front wheels were oscillating from lock to lock (i heard them hitting the stops) with no input from the steering wheel. Braking effect was also severely reduced. I thought the vehicle was going to come apart - the noise was that dramatic! The wheels continued to oscillate until the vehicle slowed to 20 mph. Fortunately the road was straight or i would have left it for sure! I called coachmen (motorhome manufacturer) who referred me to ford (the unit has a ford sd53 chassis). Ford informed me that they had no reported problems with this unit. But they also told me that 1999 was the only year that they had not installed a steering stabilizer. Up to 1998 had one, 2000 and later had one. They were not receptive to my request that they retrofit my unit with this item at their expense and did not agree this was a safety issue! I visited my local dealer who informed me that a stabilizer kit was available for my unit. I paid for the kit which they ordered. Next day i got a call from the dealer to say the kit was no longer available! To the dealer's credit, they found one at another dealership that i went and picked up and installed myself. Has it solved the problem - not sure as i hate to drive the unit any more! Losing control of seven tons of vehicle (plus a trailer) at 60mph on a busy freeway is not something i wish to repeat!*ak
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Coachmen Mirada specifications & dimensions
The 2026 Coachmen Mirada. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Coachmen Mirada window sticker.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Coachmen Mirada cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Mirada 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 Mirada 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 Mirada get?
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What engines does the Coachmen Mirada have? Power & range
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How much does a Coachmen Mirada cost to own?
A Coachmen Mirada 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 Mirada 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 Mirada 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 Mirada 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 Mirada safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Mirada yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Coachmen Mirada last?
A well-maintained Coachmen Mirada 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 4.0/5.
Check your Coachmen Mirada’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Mirada’s VIN free →All Coachmen Mirada model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Coachmen Mirada — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mirada | 0 | — | — |
| 2025 Mirada | 0 | — | — |
| 2024 Mirada | 0 | — | — |
| 2023 Mirada | 0 | — | — |
| 2022 Mirada | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2021 Mirada | 0 | — | — |
| 2020 Mirada | 3 recalls | — | — |
| 2019 Mirada | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2018 Mirada | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2017 Mirada | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2016 Mirada | 5 recalls | — | — |
| 2015 Mirada | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2014 Mirada | 4 recalls | — | — |
| 2013 Mirada | 4 recalls | — | — |
| 2012 Mirada | 4 recalls | — | — |
| 2011 Mirada | 4 recalls | — | — |
| 2010 Mirada | 2 recalls | — | — |
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 Mirada?
By owner-complaint volume, 2011, 2005, 2004 drew the most reports. 1995, 1996, 1997 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Mirada have?
58 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2010–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
How many miles does a Mirada last?
A well-maintained Mirada typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Mirada reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Mirada is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Coachmen Mirada 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 Mirada made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Mirada'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 Mirada 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.