2003 Coachmen Leprechaun problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Fires reported

Injuries

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NCAP overall

How does 2003 compare to other Leprechaun years?

Leprechaun NHTSA complaints by model year, 2003 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Tires & Wheels	1	100%	▼ down

Does the 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08V639000OtherDecember 4, 2008 · 13,662 units

Defect

COACHMEN IS RECALLING 13,662 MY 2002-2008 MOTOR HOMES, FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH GLASS SHOWER DOORS AND MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 15, 2001 THORUGH AUGUST 6, 2007. WHEN PRESSURE IS APPLIED TO THE TOWEL BAR ON THE GLASS SHOWER DOOR, THE EDGE OF THE BAR MAY CONTACT THE GLASS.

Consequence

GLASS BREAKAGE MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NEW MOUNTING HARDWARE FOR THE TOWEL BAR AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. IF AN OWNER IS NOT COMFORTABLE REPLACING THE HARDWARE THEMSELVES, A DEALER WILL INSTALL THE HARDWARE AT NO COST TO THEM. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 19, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT COACHMEN AT 1-574-825-5821.

03V081000Electrical SystemMarch 5, 2003 · 109 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN CLASS C MINI-MOTOR HOMES, THE GENERATOR EXHAUST PIPE MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED AND INSTALLED INCORRECTLY RESULTING IN INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE TO OR CONTACT WITH THE CHASSIS FUEL FILL TUBE.

Consequence

WHEN OPERATING, THE GENERATOR'S EXHAUST PIPE MAY REACH TEMPERATURES THAT COULD POTENTIALLY MELT AND/OR IGNITE THE FUEL FILL TUBE. SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE POTENTIAL EXISTS FOR A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL DISASSEMBLE A PORTION OF THE GENERATOR EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY, TURNING ONE OF THE BENT COMPONENTS AROUND 180 DEGREES, REASSEMBLING THE EXHAUST PIPE AND MEASURING TO ENSURE A MINIMUM OF 3" AIR GAP WITH SURROUNDING COMPONENTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 24, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT COACHMEN AT 1-800-453-6064.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“11/24/12 PURCHASED 2 BF GOODRICH LT225/75R16/BEIL JD11 2512 50K MILE/6YR WARRANTY. 02/29/16 3700 MILES FROM PURCHASE ON I-20 IN ATLANTA NOTICED A VIBRATION ROAD SIDE INSPECTION FOUND ONE TIRE HAD TREAD SEPARATION/BUBBLED. 3/1 TOOK TIRE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE TIRE, DEEMED IT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 12, 2016

2003 Coachmen Leprechaun — common questions

Is the 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2003 compare to other Leprechaun years?

What are the most common 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun problems?

Does the 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2003 Coachmen Leprechaun — common questions

Is the 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun reliable?

Does the 2003 Coachmen Leprechaun have recalls?

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