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1997 Coachmen Destiny problems

The most common problem on the 1997 Coachmen Destiny is brakes. Its complaint count is close to a typical Destiny model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 1997 Coachmen Destiny problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    1
  • Steering
    1

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    1
  • Steering
    1

Recalls 1

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported April 12, 1999 · 3,073 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motor homes with basement converters and basement freezers. A grommet may be missing allowing the 110-volt wire to rub against a metal edge.
Risk
If a direct short were to occur, the potential exists for a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the motor homes to determine if the subject wires are properly protected. If they are not, proper protection will be added, and if necessary, the wiring will be repaired or replaced.

Recall number 99V076000 · Recall details

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What 1997 Coachmen Destiny owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 28, 1998 · Brakes, Steering · MO

While driving the vehicle at 70 MPH power steering failed, causing the consumer to lose control. Just in time the consumer was able to bring the vehicle to the side of the road whitout causing an accident. *ak also, the draglink came apart because of factory negligence. Dealer installed a new steering gear. Airbrakes failed.

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Questions about the 1997 Coachmen Destiny

Is the 1997 Coachmen Destiny reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Coachmen Destiny, close to a typical Destiny model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Coachmen Destiny?

Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is steering (1).

How many recalls does the 1997 Coachmen Destiny have?

1 recall, covering equipment.

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