2016 Coachmen Orion Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Coachmen Orion has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).

4Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 Coachmen Orion recalls

Shifter cable can detach, causing unintended vehicle movement

Recall 20V158Mar 19, 202060 vehicles affected

The gear shift cable in certain vans and motorhomes may separate from the transmission.

Engine cooling fan can overheat and cause a fire

Recall 19V919Dec 23, 201911 vehicles affected

The engine cooling fan on certain motorhomes built on Ram ProMaster chassis, equipped with a 3.0L diesel or 3.6L gasoline engine and air conditioning, may seize.

Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire

Recall 17V756Nov 22, 2017365,885 vehicles affected

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.

Ignition switch can cut power, disabling airbags and brakes

Recall 16V126Mar 2, 2016176 vehicles affected

The ignition switch on these motorhomes can intermittently lose electrical contact.

Most common 2016 Coachmen Orion problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2

What owners report

2021-08-06, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2016 Coachmen Orion RV. The contact stated that the vehicle was stationary with the hazardous flashers activated a burning plastic type odor was suddenly present coming from the vehicle. Upon inspection it was discovered that a box under the cabinet that housed the electronics wiring for the exterior warning lights had overheated and melted causing a liquid substance to leak onto the floor of the RV. The cause of the failure was diagnosed as the fuse box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were both notified regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000.

2016 Coachmen Orion questions

Does the 2016 Coachmen Orion have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Coachmen Orion: Shifter cable can detach, causing unintended vehicle movement; Engine cooling fan can overheat and cause a fire; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Ignition switch can cut power, disabling airbags and brakes. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Coachmen Orion?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Coachmen Orion 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.

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