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2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer — 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.

2

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2016 compare to other Vacationer years?

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What are the most common 2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes150%
Body & Structure150%

Does the 2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer have recalls?

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

19V860000OtherDecember 4, 2019 · 3,241 units

Defect

REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Fleetwood Bounder, Holiday Rambler Vacationer, and 2018-2020 Fleetwood Southwind motorhomes. The generator exhaust pipe placement exits the motorhome within the vehicle's departure angle.

Consequence

If the generator exhaust pipe is damaged, it may cause carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle, increasing the risk of an injury or death.

Remedy

REV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the generator exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began January 30, 2020. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 191125REV.

17V072000Fuel SystemFebruary 3, 2017 · 391 units

Defect

REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2017 Fleetwood Storm and Holiday Rambler Vacationer XE motorhomes and 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer motorhomes. In the affected vehicles, the spring shackle bolt may contact the fuel filler components or the fuel vent tubing causing a hole, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence

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

Remedy

REV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filler tube and fuel vent components and re-route them or install additional components to shield them from contacting the spring shackle bolt, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2017. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 170131REV.

16V784000Electrical SystemOctober 27, 2016 · 366 units

Defect

REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer motorhomes. The affected vehicles have a front truss that may not be adequately supported at the attachment points, allowing any wire harnesses or hydraulic lines routed between the truss and its supporting framework to be pinched or crushed.

Consequence

A damaged wire harness can cause an electrical short, resulting in intermittent operation of electrical systems or a vehicle shut down. A damaged hydraulic line may leak fluid. Either condition may increase risk of a fire or a crash.

Remedy

REV will notify owners, and dealers will install additional steel to support the front truss,. Dealers will also inspect the hydraulic hoses and electrical wiring, relocating them as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 161018REV.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HOLIDAY RAMBLER VACATIONER. ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION, THE CONTACT REPORTED TO THE DEALER THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE WHEN THE MOTOR HOME WAS IN MOTION. IN ADDITION, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, THE DASHBOARD MOVED AND THERE WAS A CRACK NEAR THE TRIM AND…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 20, 2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HOLIDAY RAMBLER VACATIONER. ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION, THE CONTACT REPORTED TO THE DEALER THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE WHEN THE MOTOR HOME WAS IN MOTION. IN ADDITION, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, THE DASHBOARD MOVED AND THERE WAS A CRACK NEAR THE TRIM AND…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · November 20, 2016

2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer — common questions

Is the 2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 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 2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2016 Holiday Rambler Vacationer. 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.