Recall 15V742 affects 13 2016 Coachmen Mirada motorhomes for a parking brake defect. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 13 2016 Mirada motorhomes under recall 15V742 because the parking brake actuator can be out of calibration. That defect can let the motorhome unexpectedly roll or leave the brake dragging enough to cause a wheel end fire, and Coachmen dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The parking brake on the 2016 Coachmen Mirada is the separate hold system that keeps the motorhome from moving after it is parked. When you press the parking brake pedal, the pedal assembly and actuator apply cable tension so the brake holds the vehicle in place, even when the service brake pedal is released.
On affected Mirada motorhomes, the parking brake actuator was not calibrated to the updated chassis brake design. MORryde modified the chassis rails and did not follow Ford's cable-tension procedure for that design. As a result, the parking brake system does not hold properly with the pedal fully depressed. It also does not release fully when the pedal is released, which leaves the brake partly engaged.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign is the parking brake failing to hold the motorhome after you set it, or dragging after you release the pedal.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Coachmen Mirada | Parking brake |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 13 |
Not every 2016 Coachmen Mirada motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A parking brake that does not fully engage can let the vehicle roll unexpectedly, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. A dragging parking brake can also lead to a wheel end fire. Use extra care when parking and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Coachmen Mirada is included in this recall.
- Contact Coachmen customer service or your franchised Coachmen dealer to arrange the free Ford-dealer parking brake pedal assembly replacement.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V742 when you call.
- Park on level ground and use wheel chocks until the repair is complete.
- Watch for parking brake drag or failure to hold the motorhome, then stop using the vehicle and call Coachmen customer service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, the technician replaces the parking brake foot pedal assembly. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered for the 2016 Coachmen Mirada. The work addresses the parking brake pedal assembly so the parking brake can hold and release as intended. If Ford charges you to complete this recall, Coachmen will reimburse that charge. Keep the repair invoice and any payment proof, then contact Coachmen customer service to start the reimbursement request.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 10, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 9, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 31, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| December 31, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 31, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V742?
Recall 15V742 covers 13 2016 Coachmen Mirada motorhomes with a parking brake actuator that can be out of calibration. The parking brake can fail to hold the motorhome, or it can drag after release. The dealer repair replaces the parking brake foot pedal assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Coachmen Mirada is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V742. If it is, contact a franchised dealer to schedule replacement of the parking brake foot pedal assembly. Reference recall number 15V742 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V742, the parking brake foot pedal assembly replacement is free at the dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The parking brake can fail to hold the motorhome, which can let it roll and increase the risk of injury or a crash. A parking brake that drags after release can also lead to a wheel end fire.
What if I bought this Coachmen Mirada used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016 Coachmen Mirada is included, then reference recall number 15V742 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V742000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-293-1581 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V742 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V742000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →