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2002 Coleman CaravanProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 8 owner complaints about the 2002 Coleman Caravan, most often about the structure. It is covered by 3 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Free fix at dealersOwner complaints81 with a crash, fire or injuryTop problem3Structure

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 3, 2011. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2002 Coleman Caravan has problems

8 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Structure30
Equipment20
Engine and engine cooling10
Latches/locks/linkages10
Seat belts11
Service brakes, hydraulic10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2002 Coleman Caravan recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 07V-081 · Mar 5, 2007 · 2,726 vehicles

Risk. RELEASE OF COOLANT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD IGNITE AND RESULT IN A FIRE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 03V-452 · Nov 4, 2003 · 60,877 vehicles

Risk. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR CAUSING THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEY PADS.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Visibility: windshield

Recall 01V-368 · Dec 5, 2001 · 111 vehicles

Risk. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, THE TRAILER OCCUPANTS COULD BE INJURED TRYING TO EXIT THE TRAILER.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Coleman.

Best & worst years

2002 vs. every other Caravan year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Caravan median. How we score

'00'01'02'03'04
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Caravan owners report

Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

COLEMAN CARAVAN TRAVEL TRAILER 2001-2004 ALL CAMPERS DEVELOPED A SPONGY FLOOR DUE TO KNOWN LEAKS AND CHEAP CONSTRUCTION FROM MANUFACTURER. WHEN CONTACTED MANUFACTURER ALL WERE TOLD IF NOT ORIGINAL OWNER YOUR OUT OF LUCK. THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFTEY FACTOR WHEN TOWING A UNSTABLE STRUCTURE. IF YOU…
Complaint 10416891 · Aug 3, 2011
I HAVE A 2002 COLEMAN CARAVAN AND THE REFRIGERATOR IN THE CAMPER STARTED DEFROSTING AND HAD A STRONG AMMONIA SMELL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE CAMPER. THERE IS YELLOW STUFF COMING OUT IN A PANEL IN THE REAR OF THE CAMPER AND STRONG ODOR INSIDE THE CAMPER AS WELL. I FOUND OUT ABOUT A RECALL ON THESE…
Complaint 10243858 · Sep 29, 2008

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