2021 VANLEIGH BEACON
2 recalls, 5 complaints - 5 TSBs
21V490000 Jun 29, 2021
STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Defect Description
VanLeigh RV (VanLeigh) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Vanleigh Beacon recreational vehicles. Interference from the rear ladder can prevent the rear egress window from fully opening.
Consequence
In an emergency, the rear egress window cannot be used as an exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the egress window, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on August 12, 2021. Owners may contact VanLeigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040.
21V355000 May 14, 2021
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:WATER HEATER
Defect Description
VanLeigh RV (VanLeigh) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Beacon and 2019-2022 Vilano coaches. The water heater housing may not have been properly sealed, allowing gas to enter the coach.
Consequence
Gas inside the coach increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a grommet ensuring the sleeve is facing out and use zip-ties to secure the sleeves to the gas line, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact VanLeigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040.
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
POWER TRAIN
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Nov 16, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the vehicle lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or re... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Nov 16, 2025
The contact purchased a 2015 Nissan Altima. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was
ENGINE
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Nov 16, 2025
After the ECM recall for a software update the car would not run correctly. It jerks and and runs rough. It almost stalls when you put your foot on the gas. I took it back to the dealer and they can not get the problem to duplicate. Noone else has looked at the problem. There were never any p... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 21, 2024
Incident date: Oct 6, 2023
Tracking #[XXX] Reference to carbon monoxide leak in cabin of the car. 227PPM and greater. No warning signals went off. My personal carbon monoxide detector alarmed me after repairs of engine seal for leak. [XXX] Hunter at Doggett called repairs are done. This car is not safe to drive. Toyota Bran... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Mar 20, 2024
Incident date: Apr 12, 2023
Hi. My name is [XXX] . I owe a 2013 Toyota Camry SE and the selt belts in the back are not working. That is a major safety issue. I need it to be fixed. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 VANLEIGH BEACON
5 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 351322 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:SEWAGE/BLACK:STORAGE TANK | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
| 134100 VISIBILITY:FIXED PANARAMIC ROOF/SKY LIGHT ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
VSB-05
Feb 3, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
It has come to our attention that some 2021 and 2022 Vilano, Pinecrest and Beacon 5th wheel RV's have skylights that are developing cracks.
VSB-05
Feb 3, 2022
134100 VISIBILITY:FIXED PANARAMIC ROOF/SKY LIGHT ASSEMBLY
It has come to our attention that some 2021 and 2022 Vilano, Pinecrest and Beacon 5th wheel RV's have skylights that are developing cracks.
VSB-04
Nov 3, 2021
351322 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:SEWAGE/BLACK:STORAGE TANK
Some 2021 Vilano and Beacon 5th wheel RV's were manufactured with the gate valves arranged in such a way that the black and the gray valves must be open to drain the gray tank. To correct this issue, Tiffin is asking owners to arrange to t
11-2021
Nov 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
It has come to our attention that some 2021 Vilano and Beacon 5th wheel RV's were manufactured with the gate valves arranged in such a way that the black and the gray valves must be open to drain the gray tank. To correct this issue, we ar
No comms 2022-03
Apr 7, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for March 2022 for VLRV, LLC (Vanleigh RV).
VANLEIGH BEACON - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VANLEIGH BEACON across all model years (2015, 2022).
11
Total Recalls
20
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths