2005 Coachmen Spirit of America problems

Filed Sep 30, 2008 · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 coachmen spirit of america. The vehicle has a dometic refrigerator, model rm2652. The contact stated that the refrigerator was not cooling properly. In addition, there was a yellow residue leaking from the refrigerator and an ammonia odor. The dometic customer center was notified of the failures. The contact received a recall notice two months after speaking with the representative. Dometic refused to include the refrigerator in the recall because it was not under warranty. The refrigerator has not been repaired. Updated 11-19-08 *bf updated 11/20/08.

Filed Aug 20, 2008 · Body · 8,500 miles · ME

Failure is on a coachman spirit of america travel trailer. One rear spring shackle completely tore off the frame. The other rear spring shackle cracked where it was attached to frame. Fortunately, I was traveling at a very slow speed when this happened. This could have caused a severe accident if it occurred on a highway. The design of this frame is faulty. I have read of many similar failures. The frame is made of very thin material and is easily torn. The spring shackles should be reinforced where they are attached to the frame. I had the shackles re-welded and reinforced to repair. I have a picture of the failure also.