2003 Crossroads Cruiser problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2003 Crossroads Cruiser — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 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 2003 compare to other Cruiser years?

Cruiser NHTSA complaints by model year, 2003 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2003 Crossroads Cruiser problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	2	100%	new

Does the 2003 Crossroads Cruiser have recalls?

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

07V143000OtherMarch 28, 2007 · 3,939 units

Defect

CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN CERTAIN TUBING IN THE REFRIGERATOR WHICH COULD ALLOW PRESSURIZED FLAMMABLE COOLANT SOLUTION TO BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

CROSSROADS RV WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURNER HOUSING AND PROTECTIVE THERMAL FUSES 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 CROSSROADS RV AT 1-260-593-2866.

05V006000OtherJanuary 10, 2005 · 5,890 units

Defect

CERTAIN TRAVEL AND FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS HAVE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED FURNACE EXHAUST VENTS.

Consequence

IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR LACK OF THE FURNACE EXHAUST VENT WILL ALLOW THE EXHAUST FUMES, CONTAINING COMBUSTION PRODUCTS INCLUDING HIGH CONCENTRATIONS OF CARBON MONOXIDE GAS, TO ENTER INTO THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH TO OCCUPANTS OF THE TRAILER.

Remedy

OWNERS/DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FURNACE EXHAUST VENT AND, IF NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, THE DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE EXHAUST VENT FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS ARE BEING INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE THE FURNACE UNTIL THE EXHAUST VENT HAS BEEN INSPECTED AND IS PROPERLY REPAIRED. THE RECALL BEGAN FEBRUARY 2, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CROSSROADS AT 260-593-2866.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CROSSROADS CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAS A TANK IN WHICH TO STORE WATER. THE VALVE WAS SUPPOSED TO OPEN AND DRAIN THE WATER, HOWEVER, HE DISCOVERED THAT NEARLY 5-7 GALLONS OF WATER REMAINED IN THE TANK, EVEN WITH THE VALVE COMPLETELY OPEN. THE FAILURE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 15, 2007

2003 Crossroads Cruiser — common questions

Is the 2003 Crossroads Cruiser reliable?

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

Does the 2003 Crossroads Cruiser have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2003 Crossroads Cruiser. 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 2003 compare to other Cruiser years?

What are the most common 2003 Crossroads Cruiser problems?

Does the 2003 Crossroads Cruiser have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2003 Crossroads Cruiser — common questions

Is the 2003 Crossroads Cruiser reliable?

Does the 2003 Crossroads Cruiser have recalls?

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