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2008 Coachmen Freelander recalls and problems

The 2008 Coachmen Freelander has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Coachmen dealer.

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Complaints
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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Coachmen Freelander vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Coachmen Freelander recalls

Recall 08V-279: Equipment

Reported Jun 25, 2008 · 37,293 vehicles affected · COACHMEN RV COMPANY, LLC

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.

2008 Coachmen Freelander problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,500 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.

Recent 2008 Coachmen Freelander complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 2,500 miles · reported Dec 8, 2010
The contact owns a 2008 coachman freelander 3150 ss-f rv. While the vehicle was parked he noticed that the hideaway bed blocked the exit door when it was open. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the manufacturer would need to authorized the repair or replacement of the hideaway bed. The manufacturer refused to replace or repair the bed and stated that it was how the vehicle was manufactured. The failure mileage was 2,500 and the current mileage was 6,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Coachmen Freelander have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Coachmen Freelander: 08V-279 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Coachmen Freelander?

Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,500 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.