2005 Coachmen Mirada problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2005 Coachmen Mirada — 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 2005 compare to other Mirada years?

Mirada NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Coachmen Mirada problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	2	50%	▲ up
Body & Structure	1	25%	— flat
Trailer Hitch	1	25%	new

Does the 2005 Coachmen Mirada have recalls?

3 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.

08V279000OtherJune 25, 2008 · 37,293 units

Defect

COACHMEN IS RECALLING 37,293 MOTORHOMES AND FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION. THE REFRIGERATOR MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.

Consequence

EXTENDED OPERATION OF A LEAKING COOLING UNIT COULD LEAD TO A FIRE FROM GAS WHICH MIGHT ESCAPE.

Remedy

COACHMEN IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST THE OWNER IN LOCATING DEALERSHIPS OR SERVICE CENTERS AND WILL PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH SCHEDULING OF APPOINTMENTS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOMETIC/STERICYCLE AT 1-888-446-5157 OR COACHMEN AT 574-825-5821.

05V092000Trailer HitchMarch 17, 2005 · 251 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES, THE REAR HITCH ATTACHMENT BRACKETS THAT CONNECT THE HITCH ASSEMBLY TO THE CHASSIS FRAME MAY CRACK AT THE 90 DEGREE BEND.

Consequence

IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, A COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE HITCH ASSEMBLY FROM THE CHASSIS COULD OCCUR, RESULTING IN A CRASH DUE TO A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE TOWED VEHICLE OR TRAILER.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE HITCH ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT BRACKETS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY 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.

“FAULTY HITCH INSTALLATION - THE BRACKET USED TO INSTALL HITCH TO FRAME BY MANUFACTURER WAS NOT SUFFICIENT. WHILE TOWING A TRAILER WITHIN LOAD/TOWING RECOMMENDATIONS IT TORE THE STEEL BRACKET, WHICH ALMOST LED TO LOSS OF TOWED TRAILER. SEE PHOTOS. *TT”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 14, 2018

“I DROVE MY CLASS A MOTORHOME UP MY DRIVEWAY AFTER DUMPING MY GREY WATER TANK. I WENT TO EXIT THROUGH THE ONLY DOOR AND IT WOULD NOT OPEN NO MATTER WHAT I DID. I HAD TO CRAWL OUT OF A WINDOW TO GET OUT NEARLY INJURING MYSELF. IT HAS BEEN 6 HOURS AND I HAVE REPEATEDLY TRIED TO OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 20, 2014

“REFERENCE: REPORT RECEIPT DATE: MAR 17, 2005 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 05V092000 COMPONENT(S): TRAILER HITCHES I PURCHASED A USED COACHMEN MIRADA MOTORHOME ON APRIL 23, 2013. AFTER PICKING UP THE MOTORHOME, I CHECKED FOR RECALLS AND FOUND THAT THERE WAS ONE ON THE "HITCH BRACKET ASSEMBLY". IN…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Trailer Hitch · March 17, 2005

2005 Coachmen Mirada — common questions

Is the 2005 Coachmen Mirada 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 2005 Coachmen Mirada have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2005 Coachmen Mirada. 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 2005 compare to other Mirada years?

What are the most common 2005 Coachmen Mirada problems?

Does the 2005 Coachmen Mirada have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2005 Coachmen Mirada — common questions

Is the 2005 Coachmen Mirada reliable?

Does the 2005 Coachmen Mirada have recalls?

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