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2007-2024 · 18 model years

Coachmen Prism Problems by year

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the Coachmen Prism across 18 model years, and it has 17 recalls. The 2020 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2), while 2017, 2019 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the body, doors & structure, followed by the wheels & tires.

Most complaints for its age20202 complaints · 3 recallsSee the 2020
Complaints
14
Recalls
17
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Prism complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20240400-F
20230500-F
20220200-C
20210400-D
20202300Body, doors & structureC
20191100-A
20182200Equipment & accessoriesB
20171100Wheels & tiresA
20160100-A
20153300Body, doors & structureC
20142400Equipment & accessoriesC
20130400-C
20122400Equipment & accessoriesC
20110300-B
20101400-C
20090500-C
20080100-A
20070100-A

Most common Prism problems

Coachmen Prism recalls 17

Latest Prism complaints

2015 Coachmen PrismBody, doors & structure

The contact owns a 2015 Coachmen Prism Motor Home built on a 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 chassis. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the BBQ compartment door independently unlatched and landed in front of the exhaust. In addition, the contact stated the BBQ compartment door and the interior which were made of Styrofoam, and the plastic latch, were melted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

Filed Incident Structure · Latches / locks / linkagesNHTSA 11658986
2018 Coachmen PrismWheels & tires

2018 Coachman Prism 14K miles. I've always had issued maintaining the correct air pressure in my rear tires. On 3/3/23 I took my RV to Discount Tire to have my tires checked. The technician pointed out where the rims were leaking at the welds. This same defect was observed on the wheel next to it. Discount Tires has provided a written statement of their findings. I called the service advisor at my local sprinter dealer; they informed me that this issue would NOT be under warranty. Although my tires appear to be in...

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good condition, the effects of running tires on low pressure could significantly reduce tire life and increase risk to operator and passenger safety. Currently there are 6 Complaints submitted for the same issue. At what point does this get escalated to an investigation?

Filed Incident WheelsNHTSA 11509872
2020 Coachmen PrismTransmission & drivetrainAcceleration & cruise controlBrakes

This Coachmen Prism 2150CB motorhome, built on a 2018 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 chassis, is now going back to the dealer a third time for the same problem. First time, rear wheel speed sensors were replaced while in for other service as a part of a recall. No big deal. But apparently the issue is not isolated to rear wheel speed sensors. At 11k miles, 500 miles from home, another wheel speed sensor went out, this time the left front. Now, at 14k miles, 1500 miles from home, the right front wheel sensor went out. When this occurs, the following systems do not work: ABS, ESP, cruise control. Why were ALL wheel speed sensors not included in the recall?

Filed Incident Power train · Vehicle speed control · Service brakesNHTSA 11458376
2012 Coachmen PrismOther & unknown

My motorhome does not have an emergency escape window.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11430142
2019 Coachmen PrismOther & unknown

Inside the Coach is an entertainment center covered with hinging doors and a magnetic close. The first year we owned it the doors flew open while driving. In the process the left door broke off the hinge and fell on the seat. The second time it happened going over railroad tracks. This time the broken door fell on the seat and then on the floor. Normally my Jack Russell is in that seat. She could have been killed but the first time she was on the floor while still attached to the seat belt and the second time...

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she was in the other seat with out other dog. That time she was also attached to the seat belt. I would hate to imagine what would happen if a child had been sitting there. A child could be killed or have a head wound best case. I have pictures but have not been able to upload them to this platform. If you give me an email address I would be happy to send them. I have also contacted Coachman.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11426509
2020 Coachmen PrismBody, doors & structure

Tl* the contact owns a 2020 coachmen prism rv. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, an abnormally loud banging sound was heard on the passenger's side of the rv. After stopping to inspect the rv, it was discovered that the 12 foot motorized retractable awning was unsecured, and nearly detached from the rv. The road rancher was called to the scene and a report was taken. The rv was later driven to the local rv repair shop appalachian rv repair located at 5606 nc 226 s, marion, nc 28752, however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,000. The vin was invalid.*Dt

Filed Incident StructureNHTSA 11406065

Questions about the Coachmen Prism

Which Coachmen Prism years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2015 (3), 2012 (2), 2014 (2). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2020 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Coachmen Prism years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2007, 2008, 2016 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Prism years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Coachmen Prism problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the body, doors & structure (4), wheels & tires (3), equipment & accessories (3) most often.

How many recalls does the Coachmen Prism have?

NHTSA lists 17 recalls across all Coachmen Prism model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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