2018 Vanleigh Beacon Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2018 Vanleigh Beacon has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Beacon?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2018 Vanleigh Beacon recalls

Rear suspension shackle can fail, risking loss of control

Recall 19V588Aug 12, 20191,808 vehicles affected

Certain Vanleigh Beacon and Vilano fifth wheel recreational trailers from model years 2015 through 2018 may have rear suspension shackles that are too short.

Most common 2018 Vanleigh Beacon problems

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

Problem areaReports
Structure1

What owners report

2024-05-10, Structure
There are several issues with my Vanleigh RV that I believe warrant investigation and recall. The main structural element I believe common with all my problems is the under-designed frame in its entirety. I have had to have the rear portion of my frame strengthened by the frame manufacturer (Lippert) due to it going out of camber. This has caused numerous slide operation problems as well as continual floor damage inside the RV. There is also too much flex in the front portion of the frame causing continuous body damage. I applied the Vanleigh recommended fix of inserting wood slats into the aluminum channels on each side of the front end but things have gotten worse. The newly recommended f

2018 Vanleigh Beacon questions

Does the 2018 Vanleigh Beacon have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2018 Vanleigh Beacon: Rear suspension shackle can fail, risking loss of control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Vanleigh Beacon?

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

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Vanleigh Beacon 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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