2001 Coachmen Catalina problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2001 Coachmen Catalina.
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- Chevrolet Express (Incomplete - Cutaway): 1 of 6 decoded VINs · 2 Chevrolet Express 2001 recalls on MotorDeets
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Coachmen recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Coachmen
Suspension #00V337000 · 2000 · 69 units
Problem: Vehicle description: travel trailers equipped with drop axles and 13" wheels. incorrect axle and wheel assemblies were installed. the unloaded vehicle weight may exceed the carrying capacity of the tires.
Risk: This could cause premature tire tread wear or tire failure during normal driving, leading to a loss of steering control.
Fix: Dealers will replace the axle assemblies and wheels.
Tires #01V132000 · 2001 · 18 units
Problem: Vehicle description: travel trailers. the wrong load range tires were inadvertently installed. affected units will have load range "b" tires instead of the required load range "c" tires.
Risk: If the travel trailer was loaded to a weight that exceeded the capacity of the tires, a tire failure could occur, resulting in a loss of control.
Fix: Dealers will install load range "c" tires on affected vehicles. owner notification began may 18, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact coachmen at 1-219-825-5821.
Equipment #03V373000 · 2003 · 19,110 units
Problem: On certain motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. an electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. this may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.
Risk: An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. this could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.
Fix: Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. in the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. if the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. owners w
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 8 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Coachmen Catalina have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Coachmen for the 2001 Catalina. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2001 Coachmen Catalina problems?
In 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is equipment.