2017 Coachmen Freedom Express
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
3 of 3 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields.
Show complaint excerpts
Frame failure occurred bilaterally where the tongue of the travel trailer was attached to the undercarriage. Cracks were vertical and almost completely through the structural supports. This caused the I beam to buckle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-04
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Coachmen Freedom Express. While checking the air pressure in the tires, the contact noticed cracks underneath the vehicle in the middle of the frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-22
2017 Coachmen Freedom Express 276RKDS. Consumer writes in regards to improper mounting of propane bottles. *ld the consumer stated the wires that rest on the leaf springs making chaffing and shorting inevitable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-10
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-08-25Equipment, tires16V550000 Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205.
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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
2017 Coachmen Freedom Express — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V550000 · Equipment, tires
- Recall 17V756000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2017 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 2017 Coachmen Freedom Express?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Coachmen Freedom Express have?
- 2 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.