- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- The risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.
Vehicle safety record
2015 Coachmen Apex Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2015 Coachmen Apex with NHTSA, most often about the equipment & accessories (1) and the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2014 has 2 and the 2016 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Apex year, for its age
#361 most complained-about 2015 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2015 Coachmen Apex problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2015 Coachmen Apex recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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2 complaints about the 2015 Coachmen Apex
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 coachmen apex travel trailer being hauled by a 2018 ford f-150. The contact stated that the 40 gallon freshwater tank fell from underneath the trailer. The vehicle had just been parked after a long road trip. The dealer (campers inn rv of pittsburgh, 1580 pa-65, ellwood city, pa 16117, (724) 752-1541) was contacted and stated that the tank was not their responsibility since it had been 90 days since the tank was previously replaced by the dealer per the factory warranty. The vehicle was...
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not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer stated that they would call the manufacturer and call the contact back. The forest river manufacturer was emailed by the contact, but had not responded. The vin was unknown.
2015 Apex coachmen. Consumer writes in regards to fire extinguisher safety recall. *Ld the consumer stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time completing the safety recall. *Js
Coachmen Apex: every year compared
All Apex years2015 Coachmen Apex vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Coachmen Apex | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 2015 Coachmen Prism | 3 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Coachmen Freedom Express | 3 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2015 Coachmen Mirada | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Coachmen Catalina | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2015 Coachmen Leprechaun | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2015 Coachmen Brookstone | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2015 Coachmen Pursuit | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Coachmen Chaparral | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2015 Coachmen Apex
Does the 2015 Coachmen Apex have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Coachmen Apex: equipment (November 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Coachmen Apex?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the equipment & accessories (1), body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2015 Coachmen Apex had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 21, 2018 and the latest on September 4, 2018. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2015 Coachmen Apex a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 46 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Coachmen Apex year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Coachmen Apex years have the most complaints?
2018 (3), 2014 (2), 2015 (2). See every Coachmen Apex year compared.
What should I do if my 2015 Coachmen Apex has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data