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2018 Coachmen Spirit problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2018 Coachmen Spirit — 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.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Spirit years?

Spirit NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted3 complaints2018: 3 complaints2019: 0 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Spirit NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Coachmen Spirit problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other133%
Body & Structure133%
Tires & Wheels133%

Does the 2018 Coachmen Spirit have recalls?

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

18V249000OtherApril 19, 2018 · 68 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Coachmen Spirit recreational trailers, models SBT2963BH and SBT2342BH. The outdoor cooktop may have been installed without an liquid propane (LP) quick disconnect.

Consequence

If the cooktop does not have an LP hose quick disconnect feature and the cooktop is placed into the vehicle while still connected to the LP supply and with the LP hose in the ON position, users may be exposed to Carbon Monoxide. Additionally, the escaping propane gas may increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the LP supply line and relocate it with a quick disconnect LP fitting, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-0691.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“DEFECTIVE TIRES ON A NEW 2018 CAMPER. CODE DATE ON TIRES IS: 20 15. THE BLOWOUT OCCURRED, CAUSING DAMAGE TO CAMPER. TOTAL TREAD LOSS.WITH ONLY ABOUT 200 MILES ON TIRES.I HAVE A 2018 COACHMAN CLIPPER 125SST, WHICH IS MANUFACTURED BY FOREST RIVER, INC. I HAVE A MAJOR ISSUE THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 5, 2020

“CASTLE ROCK TIRES, MANUFACTURED 04/17, SEVERE SIDE WALL DRY ROTTING UNDER MINIMUM DUTY CONDITIONS. 2018 COACHMAN FREEDOM EXPRESS 27BDHS TRAVEL TRAILER. NOTICED PRIOR TO CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 1, 2020

2018 Coachmen Spirit — common questions

Is the 2018 Coachmen Spirit reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Coachmen Spirit have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Coachmen Spirit. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.