2003 Coleman Caravan recalls and problems

The 2003 Coleman Caravan has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Coleman dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2003 Coleman Caravan vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Coleman Caravan recalls

Recall 07V-081: Equipment

Reported Mar 5, 2007 · 2,726 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD FOLDING TRAILER, INC.

Problem: Certain travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, 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: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: Fleetwood folding trailers will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). 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 you 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 fleetwood folding trailers at 1-814-445-9661,

Recall 03V-452: Equipment

Reported Nov 4, 2003 · 60,877 vehicles affected · FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Problem: On certain travel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these ovens were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.

Risk: An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

Fix: Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact samsung at 800-932-3837 or fleetwood at 1-800-629-8454.

2003 Coleman Caravan problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment1

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 2003 Coleman Caravan complaints

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

Equipment · reported Nov 3, 2010
Our 2003 coleman caravan rv almost burned up on october 31, 2010 because of the refrigerator. I heard a sizzling sound and took back off refrigerator, it was very hot. I turned the gas off and unhooked battery. I contacted dometic to let them know that the recall did not fix ours and was told it was up to me to fix that there was nothing more they would do. Thank god I checked our camper or it probably would have burnt up.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Coleman Caravan have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Coleman Caravan: 07V-081 (equipment), 03V-452 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Coleman Caravan?

Owners report equipment problems most often (1 reports).

Are Coleman recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Coleman dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.