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2002 Coleman Caravan problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 11 complaints on file for the 2002 Coleman Caravan — 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.

11

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2002 compare to other Caravan years?

Caravan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2002 highlighted11 complaints2000: 2 complaints2001: 3 complaints2002: 11 complaints2003: 1 complaints2004: 0 complaints
Caravan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2002 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2002 Coleman Caravan problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other327%
Body & Structure327%
Brakes218%
Engine19%
Latches & Locks19%
Seat Belts19%

Does the 2002 Coleman Caravan have recalls?

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

07V081000OtherMarch 5, 2007 · 2,726 units

Defect

CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, 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

RELEASE OF COOLANT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD IGNITE AND RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

FLEETWOOD FOLDING TRAILERS WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). 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 YOU 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 FLEETWOOD FOLDING TRAILERS AT 1-814-445-9661,

03V452000OtherNovember 4, 2003 · 60,877 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH SAMSUNG MICROWAVE OVENS, THESE OVENS WERE PRODUCED WITH A DEFECTIVE PANEL. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR BETWEEN CIRCUIT PATTERNS ON THE MEMBRANE PANEL, ESPECIALLY OVERLAPPED BY A "JUMPER" OR JUMP WIRE. THIS MAY CAUSE THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEY PADS.

Consequence

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR CAUSING THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEY PADS. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXCESSIVE HEAT, SMOKE, OR POSSIBLY A FIRE.

Remedy

SAMSUNG WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND REPAIR THE PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. IN THE MEANTIME, CONSUMERS SHOULD UNPLUG THEIR MICROWAVE, IF POSSIBLE. IF THE CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO UNPLUG THE MICROWAVE, THEY SHOULD LEAVE THE DOOR AJAR UNTIL THE PANEL IS REPLACED. CONSUMERS SHOULD NEVER USE THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR STORAGE OR LEAVE ANY TOWELS, PAPER, CLOTH OR OTHER PRODUCTS IN THE MICROWAVE AFTER USE. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SAMSUNG AT 800-932-3837 OR FLEETWOOD AT 1-800-629-8454.

01V368000Visibility & WipersDecember 5, 2001 · 111 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: C25 AND C25SLB TRAVEL TRAILERS. THESE TRAILERS ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH ANSI 119.2, STANDARD SECTION 3.2.1, MINIMUM EXIT FACILITIES, BY NOT HAVING A MINIMUM OF TWO EMERGENCY EXITS.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, THE TRAILER OCCUPANTS COULD BE INJURED TRYING TO EXIT THE TRAILER.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE EMERGENCY EGRESS WINDOW. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 14, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FLEETWOOD FOLDING TRAILER AT 1-800-544-8193.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I HAVE A 2002 COLEMAN CARAVAN AND THE REFRIGERATOR IN THE CAMPER STARTED DEFROSTING AND HAD A STRONG AMMONIA SMELL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE CAMPER. THERE IS YELLOW STUFF COMING OUT IN A PANEL IN THE REAR OF THE CAMPER AND STRONG ODOR INSIDE THE CAMPER AS WELL. I FOUND OUT ABOUT A RECALL ON THESE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 24, 2008

“COLEMAN CARAVAN TRAVEL TRAILER 2001-2004 ALL CAMPERS DEVELOPED A SPONGY FLOOR DUE TO KNOWN LEAKS AND CHEAP CONSTRUCTION FROM MANUFACTURER. WHEN CONTACTED MANUFACTURER ALL WERE TOLD IF NOT ORIGINAL OWNER YOUR OUT OF LUCK. THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFTEY FACTOR WHEN TOWING A UNSTABLE STRUCTURE. IF YOU…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 1, 2006

“DEALER REPLACED THE FRONT PADS AND ROTORS AT 6,000 MILES, AT 14,000, MILES CONSUMER HAD BRAKE PROBLEMS. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, AND TECHNICIAN INDICATED THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH BRAKES. FIVE MONTHS LATER, DEALERSHIP INDICATED THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH ROTORS AND PADS. WARRANTY EXPIRED,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 27, 2004

“CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE, THE GAS PEDAL HAS TO ALMOST BE PRESS TO THE FLOOR BEFORE IT ENGAGES. RPM'S ARE AT 3000. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine

2002 Coleman Caravan — common questions

Is the 2002 Coleman Caravan reliable?

The record is thin — 11 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2002 Caravan problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (3 complaints), other (3 complaints), brakes (2 complaints).

Does the 2002 Coleman Caravan have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2002 Coleman Caravan. 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.