Recall 16V015 covers 56 2016 Coachmen Cross Country vehicles with tires that can hit the fuel fill guard. Free repair at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 56 2016 Cross Country vehicles because the front tires can contact the fuel fill guard during suspension travel. Tire damage can lead to deflation, loss of vehicle control, and a higher crash risk; Coachmen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fuel fill guard on the 2016 Coachmen Cross Country is a protective piece near the fuel fill area. It is supposed to stay clear of the front tires as the front suspension moves. When the suspension compresses all the way, called full jounce, the tires still need enough space to move without rubbing nearby body or fuel-fill hardware.
On affected Cross Country motorhomes, the tire size changed at the chassis level, but the original steel fuel fill guard did not leave enough clearance. At full jounce, the front tire contacts a corner of that guard. That rubbing damages the tire surface over suspension travel. Coachmen redesigned the guard with low density polypropylene and a shape that removes the contact point for the larger tire.
Owners can look for tire rub during an inspection of the front tires. Scuffing, scraping, or visible contact marks near the area of the fuel fill guard are the warning sign before tire damage worsens.
Who's affected?
Both tire and front suspension items are listed for the same motorhome.
| 2016 Coachmen Cross Country | tire |
|---|---|
| 2016 Coachmen Cross Country | front suspension |
| Units affected | 56 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A tire that rubs against the fuel fill guard can become damaged, deflate, and lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing crash risk. Tire rub should be visible during inspection, so check the tire contact area and schedule service if any rubbing or damage appears. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Coachmen Cross Country is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free revised fuel fill guard installation that keeps the guard from contacting the front tires.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the front tires for fuel fill guard contact and replace any damaged tire under the recall.
- Bring the recall notice if Coachmen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V015 when you call.
- Limit driving until the repair is complete, and stop if you see tire rubbing or tire damage.
What happens at the repair
The recall repair is available now at a Coachmen dealer. A Coachmen technician installs a revised fuel fill guard that does not contact the front tires during suspension travel. During the same visit, the technician inspects the tires for marks or damage from contact with the old guard and replaces any tire that shows contact. The guard repair, tire inspection, replacement tire when needed, parts, and labor are free under the recall.
Timeline
| January 15, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 11, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 10, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| March 10, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 10, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V015?
Recall 16V015 covers 56 2016 Coachmen Cross Country motorhomes where the front tires can contact the fuel fill guard during suspension travel. That contact can damage and deflate a tire, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk. Coachmen dealers will install a revised fuel fill guard for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Coachmen Cross Country is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V015. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the revised fuel fill guard installation. Ask the dealer to inspect the tires for contact damage. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. For recall 16V015, the dealer installs a revised fuel fill guard for free and replaces any tire that shows contact damage from the fuel fill guard.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V015?
The safety risk is tire damage and deflation while the vehicle is in use. If a front tire contacts the fuel fill guard during suspension travel, the tire can lose air and the driver can lose control of the motorhome, increasing crash risk.
What if I bought my Coachmen Cross Country 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 Cross Country is included, then reference recall 16V015 when you call a franchised Coachmen dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V015000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-8317 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V015 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V015000 |
Source documents
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 →