- The problem
- Vanleigh RV (Vanleigh) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Vilano and Beacon fifth wheel recreational trailers. The suspension shackles may be too short, causing them to fail.
- The risk
- Failure of the suspension shackle may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Vanleigh will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing shackles with longer ones, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Vanleigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040.
Vehicle safety record
2017 Vanleigh Beacon Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2017 Vanleigh Beacon have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2019 for the shackle.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Beacon year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2017 Vanleigh Beacon recalls 1
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
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No complaints about the 2017 Vanleigh Beacon yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Vanleigh Beacon: every year compared
All Beacon years2017 Vanleigh Beacon vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Vanleigh Beacon | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2017 Vanleigh Vilano | 5 | 3 | D | 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 2017 Vanleigh Beacon
Does the 2017 Vanleigh Beacon have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Vanleigh Beacon: shackle (August 2019). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2017 Vanleigh Beacon had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2017 Vanleigh Beacon a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 69 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Vanleigh Beacon 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 Vanleigh Beacon years have the most complaints?
2022 (5), 2021 (3), 2019 (2). See every Vanleigh Beacon year compared.
What should I do if my 2017 Vanleigh Beacon 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