CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Vanleigh Vilano has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (2 reports).
2017 Vanleigh Vilano recalls
Rear suspension shackle can fail, risking loss of control
Certain Vanleigh Beacon and Vilano fifth wheel recreational trailers from model years 2015 through 2018 may have rear suspension shackles that are too short.
Spare tire can fall off while trailer is moving
The winch that holds the spare tire on this fifth-wheel trailer may not be properly fastened to the trailer.
Incorrect Load Label Can Lead to Overloading and Crash Risk
Certain trailers have a federal certification label that lists incorrect tire and load range information.
Most common 2017 Vanleigh Vilano problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-450 equipped with a 2017 Vanleigh RV. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, and going over train tracks she observed abnormal shaking. The contact stated that a friend following the RV observed both right wheels smoking. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and a mobile RV tech diagnosed the RV with frame damage and broken spring. The RV was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the frame was bent and was totaled. The dealer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
THE ELECTRIC HOT WATER HEATER FAILED. AN INSPECTOR OF THE UNIT SAID THAT IT WAS A WONDER THE FAILURE DID NOT CAUSE A FIRE. THIS IS A 2017 VAN LEIGH VILANO 375RL 5TH WHEEL RECREATIONAL VEHICLE IN WHICH WE LIVE.
LARGE NUMBER OF VANLEIGH VILANO OWNERS ARE REPORTING ISSUES WITH THE SPRING LEAF SUSPENSION, WITH MAJOR BREAKS IN THE STEEL AND LINKAGE BETWEEN THE SPRINGS. APPEARS TO BE A DEFECT IN THE STEEL USED IN PRODUCING THESE SPRING LEAFS. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN REAPPEARING WITH THE 2017 VANLEIGH VILANO MODEL 365RL
LEAF SPRING BROKE. ON HIGHWAY TRAVELING AND NOTICED WHEELS NO RIGHT ON TRAILER . STOPPED AND TIRES ON DOUBLE AXLE WERE TOUCHING. UNDERNEATH SAW LEAF SPRING BROKE . WEIGHT OF TRAILER IS OVER THE 7000 LB SPRINGS ON SUSPENSION . LIPPERT MFG WILL SEND REPAIR OUT TO REPLACE. ROAD REPAIR TOLD US HE HAS REPLACED SEVERAL OF SAME RECENTLY DUE TO THE SPRING IS TOO SHORT . LUCKY WE DIDN'T FLIP AND INJURIES SUSTAINED.
7-WAY CORD INCLUDING BRAKES ARE FUSED OFF OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER. WHEN BREAK AWAY IS ACTIVATED IT CAN BLOW THIS 20 AMP FUSE AND TERMINATE THE POWER TO THE 7-WAY CORD AND BREAK AWAY. IN A BREAK AWAY SITUATION FROM THE TOW VEHICLE THIS WOULD CAUSE THE BREAK AWAY SWITCH TO NOT ACTIVATE AND NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. I AM A TECHNICIAN AT AN RV DEALERSHIP AND NOTICED THIS. I CALLED VAN LEIGH AND ASKED WHY THEY DID THIS AND HAVE STILL NOT RECEIVED AN ANSWER. I CHECKED ALL OF THE OTHER 2017 VAN LEIGH VILANOS ON OUR SALES LOT AND THEY ARE ALL WIRED THIS WAY.
2017 Vanleigh Vilano questions
Does the 2017 Vanleigh Vilano have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Vanleigh Vilano: Rear suspension shackle can fail, risking loss of control; Spare tire can fall off while trailer is moving; Incorrect Load Label Can Lead to Overloading and Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Vanleigh Vilano?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (2), Suspension (2), Wheels (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Vanleigh Vilano 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.