- 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
2018 Coachmen Prism Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2018 Coachmen Prism with NHTSA, most often about the equipment & accessories (1) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2017 has 1 and the 2019 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Prism year, for its age
#305 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Coachmen Prism problems
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2018 Coachmen Prism 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 2018 Forest River Dynamax, Forester, Sunseeker, and Coachmen Prism vehicles built on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. The affected vehicles have tire labels on the B-pillar that list a tire pressure that is too low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- Operating the vehicle with low front tire pressures may result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the tire pressure label with correct tire inflation pressure, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-854-888-3214. Forest River's number for this recall is 35.55.215-0491.
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2 complaints about the 2018 Coachmen Prism
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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?
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 coachmen prism. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v756000 (equipment) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called the manufacturer at 855-262-3540 where it was advised that the part would be sent out however, the contact had not received the replacement fire extinguisher. The contact had not experienced a failure. The vin was not available. *Tt
Coachmen Prism: every year compared
All Prism years2018 Coachmen Prism vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Coachmen Prism | 2 | 2 | B | |
| 2018 Coachmen Galleria | 3 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2018 Coachmen Spirit | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Coachmen Apex | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2018 Coachmen Catalina | 2 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2018 Coachmen Freedom Express | 2 | 1 | B | 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 2018 Coachmen Prism
Does the 2018 Coachmen Prism have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Coachmen Prism: equipment (November 2017); labels (August 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 2018 Coachmen Prism?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the equipment & accessories (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Coachmen Prism had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 26, 2018 and the latest on March 2, 2023. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Coachmen Prism a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Coachmen Prism 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 Prism years have the most complaints?
2015 (3), 2012 (2), 2014 (2). See every Coachmen Prism year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Coachmen Prism 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