2006 Coachmen Captiva recalls and problems
The 2006 Coachmen Captiva has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Coachmen dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2006 Coachmen Captiva vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2006 Coachmen Captiva recalls
Recall 08V-279: Equipment
Problem: Coachmen is recalling 37,293 motorhomes and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.
Risk: Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
Fix: Coachmen is working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or coachmen at 574-825-5821.
2006 Coachmen Captiva problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,500 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Coachmen Captiva have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Coachmen Captiva: 08V-279 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Coachmen Captiva?
Owners report tires problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,500 miles.
Are Coachmen recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Coachmen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.