Tl* the contact owns a 1997 coachmen class-c rv. The contact stated the exterior door lock became stuck and failed to release. The contact stated that the entire locking mechanism was fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 16,000. ....Updated 09-26-13 *bf
Vehicle safety record
1997 Coachmen Class A Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Coachmen Class A with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the wheels & tires (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Class A year, for its age
#268 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Coachmen Class A problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
No recalls for the 1997 Coachmen Class A
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Coachmen Class A. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 1997 Coachmen Class A
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Pe00 040; consumer was traveling about 65mph on highway and heard a loud noise. She was able to pull over to shoulder, and noticed that on rear passenger's side firestone tire(dot # vn1l1xa276) tread had separated from the rim. Tire was still inflated. Firestone,#steeltex radial, lt22575r16. There were no injuries. *Ak *slc
Coachmen Class A: every year compared
All Class A years1997 Coachmen Class A vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Coachmen Class A | 2 | 0 | A | |
| 1997 Coachmen Coachmen | 17 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Coachmen Leprechaun | 4 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1997 Coachmen Santara | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Coachmen Destiny | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Coachmen Catalina TT | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1997 Coachmen Class- C | 1 | 0 | - | 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 1997 Coachmen Class A
Does the 1997 Coachmen Class A have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Coachmen Class A right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Coachmen Class A?
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 1997 Coachmen Class A had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 5, 2000 and the latest on May 13, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Coachmen Class A a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 84 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Coachmen Class A 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 Class A years have the most complaints?
1997 (2), 1999 (1). See every Coachmen Class A year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Coachmen Class A 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