2020 Coachmen Pursuit problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2020 Coachmen Pursuit — 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 2020 compare to other Pursuit years?

Pursuit NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Coachmen Pursuit problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	1	50%	▼ down
Tires & Wheels	1	50%	new

Does the 2020 Coachmen Pursuit have recalls?

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

22V487000OtherJuly 8, 2022 · 172 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dynamax Isata Class 3 and Class 5 motorhomes, 2021 Coachmen Sportscoach, 2020 Coachmen Pursuit, and 2017, 2020-2021 Coachmen Freelander motorhomes. The service valves on the LPG tanks may be improperly connected, which can cause a propane leak.

Consequence

A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the service valves, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owner may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-3474 (Dynamax), 1-574-825-8212 (Sportscoach and Pursuit), and 1-574-825-8602 (Freelander). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1533.

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.

20V304000OtherMay 27, 2020 · 1,140 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Coachmen Mirada and Pursuit Class A motorhomes. The gasoline-powered generator fuel supply hose may leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel hose, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8212. Forest River's number for this recall is 310-1168.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“STEERING TIRE G670 RV UNISTEEL 245/70R19.5 LOAD RANGE G ON MY CLASS A MOTORHOME IS 'OUT OF ROUND' AND COULD NOT ALIGN PROPERLY BY PEACH STATE FREIGHTLINER IN JEFFERSON, GA I CONTACTED GOODYEAR OF PROBLEM/WARRANTY AND I HAVE YET TO FIND ANY FORD DEALER OR GOODYEAR REPRESENTATIVE WHO CAN ORDER THIS…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 22, 2021

“STEERING TIRE G670 RV UNISTEEL 245/70R19.5 LOAD RANGE G ON MY CLASS A MOTORHOME IS 'OUT OF ROUND' AND COULD NOT ALIGN PROPERLY BY PEACH STATE FREIGHTLINER IN JEFFERSON, GA I CONTACTED GOODYEAR OF PROBLEM/WARRANTY AND I HAVE YET TO FIND ANY FORD DEALER OR GOODYEAR REPRESENTATIVE WHO CAN ORDER THIS…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 22, 2021

2020 Coachmen Pursuit — common questions

Is the 2020 Coachmen Pursuit reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Coachmen Pursuit have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Coachmen Pursuit. 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 2020 compare to other Pursuit years?

What are the most common 2020 Coachmen Pursuit problems?

Does the 2020 Coachmen Pursuit have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2020 Coachmen Pursuit — common questions

Is the 2020 Coachmen Pursuit reliable?

Does the 2020 Coachmen Pursuit have recalls?

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