2008 Coachmen Prism problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2008 Coachmen Prism — 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.

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How does 2008 compare to other Prism years?

Prism NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2008 Coachmen Prism have recalls?

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

16V267000AirbagsMay 3, 2016 · 77 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 Solera, and Coachmen Prism vehicles, built on Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter chassis. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and either Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Interim notices were sent on June 23, 2016. A second notice will be sent when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-877-496-3691 or may call the Sprinter/Takata hotline at 1-877-496-3691. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04262016-0182.

2008 Coachmen Prism — common questions

Is the 2008 Coachmen Prism reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2008 Coachmen Prism have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2008 Coachmen Prism. 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 2008 compare to other Prism years?

Does the 2008 Coachmen Prism have recalls?

2008 Coachmen Prism — common questions

Is the 2008 Coachmen Prism reliable?

Does the 2008 Coachmen Prism have recalls?

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