2012 Skyline Nomad problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2012 Skyline Nomad — 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 2012 compare to other Nomad years?

Nomad NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2012 Skyline Nomad problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Latches & Locks	1	100%	new

Does the 2012 Skyline Nomad have recalls?

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

13V652000Latches & LocksDecember 9, 2013 · 38,434 units

Defect

Skyline Corporation (Skyline) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 recreational vehicle travel trailers and fifth-wheel trailers manufactured January 1, 2006, through May, 31, 2013 and equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.

Consequence

If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the travel trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Skyline will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2014. Owners may contact Skyline at 1-800-755-6521 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

11V333000BrakesJune 24, 2011 · 544 units

Defect

SKYLINE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NOMAD, ALJO, LAYTON, WEEKENDER, BOBCAT, JOEY, AND KOALA RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TRAVEL TRAILERS AND FIFTH-WHEEL TRAILERS MANUFACTURED IN CALIFORNIA FROM OCTOBER 1, 2010, THROUGH APRIL 30, 2011, FOR CONTAMINATED BRAKE SYSTEMS.

Consequence

WITH CONTAMINATED BRAKES, THE VEHICLE MAY FAIL TO STOP PROPERLY, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH AND/OR INJURY WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

LIPPERT COMPONENTS WILL PERFORM THE REQUIRED INSPECTION AND MAKE ANY NECESSARY CORRECTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LIPPERT AT 1-866-524-7821 OR SKYLINE AT 1-800-348-7469.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I HAVE A SAFETY RECALL FOR MY TRAILER FOR THE DEADBOLT CYLINDERS (NHTSA #13E039). I HAVE EMAILED AND CALLED FASTEC TO GET NEEDED REPAIR PART WITH NO REPLY OR CALL BACK. NOT SURE WHAT I CAN DO FOR THEM TO FIX THIS ISSUE. *TR”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Latches & Locks · June 1, 2014

2012 Skyline Nomad — common questions

Is the 2012 Skyline Nomad reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2012 Skyline Nomad have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2012 Skyline Nomad. 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 2012 compare to other Nomad years?

What are the most common 2012 Skyline Nomad problems?

Does the 2012 Skyline Nomad have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2012 Skyline Nomad — common questions

Is the 2012 Skyline Nomad reliable?

Does the 2012 Skyline Nomad have recalls?

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