- The problem
- Vehicle description: travel trailers equipped with 20 lb. Lpg cylinders supplied by manchester tank. These cylinders are equipped with an overfill protection. The overfill protection device may not function properly.
- The risk
- If a cylinder is overfilled, and some of the gas leaks out, the vapors could ignite if there was a source of ignition present.
- The fix
- Manchester tank is performing the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Manchester will replace these lpg cylinders.
Vehicle safety record
1998 Coachmen Trailer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 Coachmen Trailer with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in January 1998 for the storage. For comparison, the 1999 has 1.
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- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Coachmen Trailer problems
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1998 Coachmen Trailer 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
- Vehicle description: travel and folding trailers equipped with dexter axles. The wheel bearings used in some of these axles have a metallurgical defect causing early failure.
- The risk
- A wheel bearing failure could result in the loss of the wheel end from the axle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dexter axle is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will inspect the axles and replace the wheel bearings if necessary.
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1998 Coachmen Trailer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 coachmen catalina lyte 259rk trailer. The contact was stopped when he noticed smoke from the rear driver side tire. He then found that the tire was protruding from the wheel assembly and not aligned. The dealer sent a mechanic to replace the rear wheel bearings. The contact was then able to drive the vehicle to the dealer where he was advised that the axle and the bearings were not suited for the trailer. There were no further repairs. Four years later while traveling at 50 mph, the...
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failure recurred on the front driver side tire. The wheel became extremely hot. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where the axle, wheel assembly, and brakes were replaced. The failure recurred within one year. The dealer informed the contact that the axle and bearings were not the correct size for the trailer. The wheel barings were re-packed during the diagnosis. The failure mileage was 10,000 and the current mileage was 20,000.
On a trip to the southwest, my 1998 coachmen 30' travel trailer had 3 out of 4 tires blow out. They had plenty of tread, and were inflated to 50 psi. Size is str 245-75r15. I believe they were all carlisle. The failures occured over a 1-week period.*Ak
Coachmen Trailer: every year compared
All Trailer years1998 Coachmen Trailer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Coachmen Trailer | 2 | 2 | - | |
| 1998 Coachmen Coachmen | 16 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Coachmen Santara | 5 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Coachmen Mini Motorhome | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Coachmen 241FK-Lite | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 1998 Coachmen Trailer
Does the 1998 Coachmen Trailer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1998 Coachmen Trailer: storage (January 1998); rear (November 1997). 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 1998 Coachmen Trailer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1), transmission & drivetrain (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 Coachmen Trailer had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 10, 2004 and the latest on July 28, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Which Coachmen Trailer years have the most complaints?
1998 (2), 1999 (1). See every Coachmen Trailer year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 Coachmen Trailer 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