2019 Coachmen Leprechaun problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Leprechaun years?

Leprechaun NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	1	25%	new
Body & Structure	1	25%	— flat
Suspension	1	25%	new
Transmission	1	25%	— flat

Does the 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun have recalls?

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

20V727000OtherNovember 23, 2020 · 4,203 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Chaparral and Shasta, 2019-2020 Coachmen Concord and Orion, 2020-2021 Coachmen Cross Trek and Forest River Berkshire, 2019-2021 Coachmen Freelander, Leprechaun and Prism, 2020 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit and Sportscoach, Dynamax Force, DX3, Dynaquest XL and Isata and Forest River Wildwood and 2008 and 2020 Forest River Salem vehicles equipped with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves. The saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the o-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.

Consequence

A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995, or Dometic customer service at 1-574-293-0681. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1259.

19V202000Visibility & WipersMarch 14, 2019 · 3,051 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Orion Class C, Freelander Class C, and Leprechaun Class C motorhomes, Rockport work trucks, and Berkshire Ultra Coach, and StarCraft shuttle buses, equipped with ASA Electronics back up mirror-monitors, model number VOM74MM. The affected displays may revert back to the factory default settings, causing the camera image to be reversed.

Consequence

If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn the opposite direction, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install a harness/relay/capacitor module, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019. Orion, Freelander, and Leprechaun owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Rockport owners should call 1-574-522-7599 and Berkshire, and Starcraft owners should call 1-574-642-3112. ASA Customer service can be reached at 1-800-384-4400. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0980.

18V357000TransmissionJune 1, 2018 · 471 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Forester and Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun and Freelander motorhomes. The U-Bolts that secure the rear differential may not have been properly tightened, causing them to loosen over time and allowing the rear axles to shift.

Consequence

Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the U-Bolts and properly tighten or replace the U-Bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service for Sunseeker and Forester vehicles at 1-574-206-7600, or Coachmen customer service for Freelander and Leprechaun vehicles at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 105-0749.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owns a 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun built on a 2018 Ford E-450 chassis. The contact stated that the window over the front cabin of the RV had detached. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · December 1, 2022

“VEHICLE BOUNCES ALMOST OUT OF CONTROL WHEN DRIVING OVER SOME BRIDGES AND CURVES THIS VEHICLE TILT TOO MUCH LIKE IT WANT TO TURN OVER. THIS VEHICLE DO NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE IN SOME CASES. SUV'S AND LARGE TRUCKS ESPECIALLY CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SWAY TILT AND SWIRL WHEN THEY PASS.THIS RV FEEL UNSAFE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · July 3, 2018

“VEHICLE BOUNCES ALMOST OUT OF CONTROL WHEN DRIVING OVER SOME BRIDGES AND CURVES THIS VEHICLE TILT TOO MUCH LIKE IT WANT TO TURN OVER. THIS VEHICLE DO NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE IN SOME CASES. SUV'S AND LARGE TRUCKS ESPECIALLY CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SWAY TILT AND SWIRL WHEN THEY PASS.THIS RV FEEL UNSAFE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 3, 2018

“VEHICLE BOUNCES ALMOST OUT OF CONTROL WHEN DRIVING OVER SOME BRIDGES AND CURVES THIS VEHICLE TILT TOO MUCH LIKE IT WANT TO TURN OVER. THIS VEHICLE DO NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE IN SOME CASES. SUV'S AND LARGE TRUCKS ESPECIALLY CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SWAY TILT AND SWIRL WHEN THEY PASS.THIS RV FEEL UNSAFE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 3, 2018

2019 Coachmen Leprechaun — common questions

Is the 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 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 2019 compare to other Leprechaun years?

What are the most common 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun problems?

Does the 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2019 Coachmen Leprechaun — common questions

Is the 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun reliable?

Does the 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun have recalls?

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