CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Wheels (2 reports).
2013 Coachmen Freedom Express recalls
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire
Some fire extinguishers installed in certain recreational vehicles, cargo trailers and restroom trailers may have clogged internals, so they may not discharge as expected or may need excessive force to activate.
Misaligned Axles Can Affect Handling and Crash Risk
Certain 2013-2014 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers may have been built without reinforcement stiffeners welded to the exterior I-beam in the axle area.
Most common 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE TRAVELING THROUGH DURHAM,NC ON APRIL 5TH,2019.IT WAS DETERMINED BY APPRAISER FROM AMICA INSURANCE CO. THAT THE FRAMES WERE SPLIT JUST ABOVE THE SUPPORT SHACKELS HOLDING THE SUSPENSION.THERE WAS NO INTERACTION WITH PROPERTY OR OTHER VEHICLES. NO POLICE INVOLVMENT OTHER THAN TRAFIC SAFETY BY THE DURHAM CITY POLICE. *DT*JB
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 COACHMAN FREEDOM EXPRESS EQUIPPED WITH A KIDDE FIRE EXTINGUISHER, MODEL NUMBER: FA110G. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V756000 (EQUIPMENT). THE KIDDE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AT 1-855-262-3540 APPROXIMATELY NINE MONTHS AGO AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A REPLACEMENT FIRE EXTINGUISHER WOULD BE SENT TO THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE HAD NOT RECEIVED THE REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT. THE CONTACT FELT THAT A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME HAD PASSED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
TIRE BLEW OUT WHILE TRAVEL TRAILER WAS BEING PULLED ON THE HIGHWAY. TIRES HAD BEEN MAINTAINED AND CHECKED PRIOR TO TRIP. 65 MPH TRAVEL SPEED WAS NOT EXCEEDED. TRAILER WAS NOT OVER LOADED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 (NA) COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS RV EQUIPPED WITH TRAIL EXPRESS POWER TOWING TIRES ST (NA), SIZE 225/75R15D (NA). WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE THREAD SEPARATED. ONE MONTH LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TIRE SHOP AND BOTH TIRES WERE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE AND TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS. THE BED INSIDE THE TRAILER CAME DOWN AND CRUSHED THE CONTACT'S MOTORCYCLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONCE. THE TRAILER WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THERE WAS NO MILEAGE AVAILABLE.
2013 Coachmen Freedom Express questions
Does the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Misaligned Axles Can Affect Handling and Crash Risk; Equipment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (2), Service Brakes, Electric (1), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.