2013 Coachmen Freedom Express
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
2 of 6 total reports mention: wheels.
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Wheel fell off while traveling through durham,nc on April 5TH,2019.it was determined by appraiser from amica insurance co.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-20
Also filed under Suspension
Tires
1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 (Na) Coachmen Freedom Express rv equipped with trail express power towing tires st (Na), size 225/75R15D (Na). While driving 70 MPH, the rear passenger side tire blew out and the thread separated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-25
Suspension
1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.
Structure
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express. The bed inside the trailer came down and crushed the contact's motorcycle without warning. The failure occurred once. The trailer was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not provided.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-02-18
Service brakes
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing electric.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013-07-29Equipment13V203000 Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem…
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at…
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2017-10-24Structure, suspension17V611000 Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and the frame manufacturer will inspect the trailer for frame reinforcements, installing them as necessary and secure the axle mountings, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017.
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2017-12-27Equipment17V756000 Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Coachmen Freedom Express — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V203000 · Equipment
- Recall 17V611000 · Structure, suspension
- Recall 17V756000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-26 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.