Recall 10V078 affects 11 2009-2010 Coachmen Freelander and Prism RVs for EGR-valve sticking. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 11 2009-2010 Freelander and Prism recreational vehicles built on 2008 Sprinter chassis because the engine control module does not actuate the EGR valve enough to prevent soot buildup. The valve can stick, causing excessive exhaust emissions, a malfunction indicator lamp, and limp-in operation that increases crash risk; the Coachmen dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The engine control module in the 2009-2010 Coachmen Freelander and Prism is the computer that manages engine operation on the 2008 Sprinter chassis. Part of its job is to command the EGR valve, a valve that routes measured exhaust gas back into the engine to control combustion temperature and emissions.
On affected recreational vehicles, the module does not open or exercise the EGR valve enough to keep soot from building up. That soot can collect around the valve and keep it from moving as designed. Once the valve operates improperly or sticks, the engine no longer gets the exhaust-gas flow the control module expects.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the EGR valve sticks, the issue starts inside the engine and cooling system hardware, so an owner does not get a clear early symptom listed for this recall.
Who's affected?
Covers Freelander and Prism motorhomes across the 2009 and 2010 model years, with the same engine and engine cooling component listed for each.
| 2009 Coachmen Freelander | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| 2009 Coachmen Prism | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2010 Coachmen Freelander | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2010 Coachmen Prism | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 11 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific motorhome.
What's the safety risk?
Improper valve operation can raise exhaust emissions, turn on the malfunction indicator lamp, and put the vehicle into limp-in mode, which increases the risk of a crash. If the warning lamp comes on or power drops, drive cautiously and arrange service. Repair will be free at any franchised Coachmen dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Coachmen Freelander or Prism is included in this recall.
- Contact Coachmen customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to confirm repair scheduling for recall number 10V078.
- Schedule the free engine-control-module reprogramming that corrects EGR-valve operation tied to soot buildup and limp-in mode.
- Bring the recall notice if Coachmen mailed one. If not, give the dealer recall number 10V078 when you arrive.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on or the vehicle enters limp-in mode, stop driving and call Coachmen for service guidance.
What happens at the repair
The current filing does not give a live remedy status. The known dealer repair is engine control module reprogramming, done free of charge once the repair path is open. At the dealer, a Coachmen technician updates the module so it actuates the EGR valve correctly and helps prevent soot buildup that can make the valve stick. The recall began on January 8, 2010. No separate reimbursement process is listed in the filing.
Timeline
| January 8, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| March 4, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V078?
Recall 10V078 covers 11 2009-2010 Coachmen Freelander and Prism recreational vehicles built on 2008 Sprinter chassis. The engine control module does not actuate the EGR valve enough to prevent soot buildup, which affects valve operation. Coachmen will reprogram the engine control module for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Coachmen Freelander or Prism is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV is included in recall 10V078. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer or Coachmen customer service and ask for the engine control module reprogramming. Reference recall number 10V078 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the recall defect at no cost, and Coachmen will reprogram the engine control module free of charge. The safety recall began on January 8, 2010, so the remedy path is already open.
What is the safety risk in recall 10V078?
NHTSA campaign 10V078 says improper EGR valve operation can cause excessive exhaust emissions, a malfunction indicator lamp, and a limp-in condition that increases crash risk. The repair path is the free engine control module reprogramming through Coachmen.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for the malfunction indicator lamp and reduced power from a limp-in condition. Those signs match the defect described in recall 10V078. If your VIN is included, arrange the free engine control module reprogramming with a franchised Coachmen dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V078000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V078 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V078000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →