- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2020 Coachmen Beyond, 2017-2019 Coachmen CrossFit, and 2016-2020 Galleria motorhomes. The awning may deploy while the vehicle is moving.
- The risk
- An awning that deploys while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a circuit interrupter, free of charge. This recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-6310. Forest Rivers's number for this recall is 225-1217.
Vehicle safety record
2020 Coachmen Beyond Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2020 Coachmen Beyond with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 2020 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2019 has 0 and the 2021 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Beyond year, for its age
#280 most complained-about 2020 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2020 Coachmen Beyond problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2020 Coachmen Beyond recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Coachmen Beyond, Crossfit and Galleria motorhomes equipped with ProAir air conditioning systems. The wiring for ProAir system may be undersized for the potential load. Additionally, the circuit was not fuse or breaker protected.
- The risk
- The undersized wiring on the unprotected circuit may be overloaded and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and install a circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8590. Forest River's number for this recall is 225-1003.
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2020 Coachmen Beyond
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Belt separation caused excessive vibration and would have quickly led to catastrophic failure had it not been replaced immediately. Hankook Dynapro HT 195/75R16C A number of other owners have reported similar failures in the Coachmen Beyond forum we participate in.
2020 Coachmen beyond. Consumer writes in regards to awning safety recall. *Ld the consumer stated the dealer was unaware of the safety recall 20v479. The consumer was unable to get in contact with the manufacturer. *Js
Coachmen Beyond: every year compared
All Beyond years2020 Coachmen Beyond vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Coachmen Beyond | 2 | 2 | C | |
| 2020 Coachmen Apex | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Coachmen Prism | 2 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Coachmen Clipper | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | 1 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2020 Coachmen Encore | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2020 Coachmen Leprechaun | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Coachmen Mirada | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2020 Coachmen Freedom Express | 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 2020 Coachmen Beyond
Does the 2020 Coachmen Beyond have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Coachmen Beyond: equipment (August 2020); air conditioner (April 2019). 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 2020 Coachmen Beyond?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2020 Coachmen Beyond had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 30, 2020 and the latest on August 28, 2024. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2020 Coachmen Beyond a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 55 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Coachmen Beyond 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 Beyond years have the most complaints?
2020 (2), 2022 (1), 2023 (1). See every Coachmen Beyond year compared.
What should I do if my 2020 Coachmen Beyond 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