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2023 Cruiser Shadow Cruiser problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2023 Cruiser Shadow 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.

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NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Shadow Cruiser years?

Shadow Cruiser NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted1 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Shadow Cruiser NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2023 Cruiser Shadow Cruiser have recalls?

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

24V235000OtherMarch 27, 2024 · 2,407 units

Defect

Cruiser RV (Cruiser) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Avenir, Embrace, Shadow Cruiser, Radiance, Stryker, MPG, 2024 Twilight travel trailers, and 2024 Essence fifth wheels. The LED backlight circuit board in the cooktop range may fail, causing the board to overheat.

Consequence

A circuit board that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will disconnect and cut the circuit powering the LED backlights and terminate the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2024. Owners may contact Cruiser customer service at 1-574-206-7920.

22V593000OtherAugust 8, 2022 · 726 units

Defect

Cruiser RV (Cruiser) is recalling certain 2022 MPG, Hitch, Radiance, Stryker, 2022-2023 Embrace, Shadow Cruiser, and Twilight travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

Consequence

An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the awning, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 7, 2022. Owners may contact Cruiser customer service at 1-574-206-7920.

2023 Cruiser Shadow Cruiser — common questions

Is the 2023 Cruiser Shadow Cruiser reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Cruiser Shadow Cruiser have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Cruiser Shadow Cruiser. 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.