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2021 Coachmen Clipper problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2021 Coachmen Clipper — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Clipper years?

Clipper NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted4 complaints1989: 0 complaints2016: 4 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 1 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 1 complaints2024: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Clipper NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Coachmen Clipper problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Trailer Hitch1100%

Does the 2021 Coachmen Clipper have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V172000OtherMarch 12, 2021 · 86 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Coachmen Viking and Clipper Travel Trailers. The cooktop may not be isolated properly from the furnace return air, which can cause the flame to become inverted.

Consequence

An inverted flame can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a panel and seal it, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-269-467-4600. Forest River's number for this recall is 121-1305.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2018 GMC Acadia hauling a 2021 Coachman Clipper travel trailer. The contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the contact hit a bump in the road and the travel trailer detached from the vehicle. The contact depressed on the brake pedal after hearing a loud noise and the travel…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Trailer Hitch · October 6, 2021 · crash

2021 Coachmen Clipper — common questions

Is the 2021 Coachmen Clipper reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Coachmen Clipper have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2021 Coachmen Clipper. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.