2011 Coachmen Freelander problems: recalls, complaints and what to check
NHTSA has 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file for the 2011 Coachmen Freelander. Here is what they are, what a technician checks for each kind of fault, and how to look one over before you buy it.
Other: 1 recall, 2 complaints
Recall 17V756000 (22/11/2017): EQUIPMENT
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
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.
Doors, windows, steps and lights: 1 complaint
What a tech checks: Mostly adjustments and wear: steps that stop halfway on a bad switch, doors out of alignment after a slide shifted, exterior lights with a corroded ground. Before you buy: Every door, lock, window and light.
What owners reported to NHTSA
06/13/2018, UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,EQUIPMENT: MY 2011 COACHMEN FREELANDER HAD A FAILURE OF THE MAIN DOOR LATCH/LOCK MECHANISM MANUFACTURED BY TRIMARK CORPORATION MODEL #060-0650. THE FAILURE RESULTED IN US BEING LOCKED OUT OF THE MOTORHOME IN THE DARK OF NIGHT IN A REMOTE AREA OF THE SIERRA'S CA. AFTER JIMMYING A WINDOW OPEN AND GAINING ACCESS INTO THE MOTORHOME, I PROCEEDED TO TAKE THE INSIDE LATCH PLATE OFF. AFTER REMOVING THE PLATE, I FOUND THE PROBLEM, 'A BR
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Checked against NHTSA 2026-10-23. Recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer. Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA and are not verified.