Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2021 Vanleigh Beacon peaked in 2024, with 2 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2021 Vanleigh Beacon
Trailer, Not Applicable, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Mar 20, 2024 to May 29, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year2445 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints33.0 times the median 2021 trailer
Severity index0.02021 trailers average 7.7
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2021 Vanleigh Beacon name structure
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
2 recall campaigns cover the 2021 Vanleigh Beacon
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-490 | Jun 29, 2021 | Interference from the rear ladder can prevent the rear egress window from fully opening | Structure | 79 | Part replacement |
| 21V-355 | May 14, 2021 | Water heater housing may not have been properly sealed, allowing gas to enter the coach | Equipment | 366 | Repair or modification |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2021 Vanleigh Beacon
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
3 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed May 29, 2026Failure Nov 16, 2025Junction City, KSStructure, Suspension, Unknown or other
The frame of my 2021 Vanleigh Beacon 39FFB fifth wheel trailer has experienced a catastrophic structural failure in the primary load-bearing area near the king pin. The frame has fractured on both sides between the king pin structure and upper deck riser in a non-welded section of the frame. This failure has allowed the king pin to displace upward more than 2 inches into the front structure of the RV. Additional structural damage includes: -Shearing of a structural fastener/bolt -Visible separation and movement of frame members under hitch load -Bent and misaligned I-beam near the suspension/equalizer area The failure directly affects the towing connection and structural integrity of the vehicle and creates a serious roadway safety hazard, including potential towing instability or possible hitch/detachment risk. The RV has not been involved in an accident and has not been knowingly overloaded. The failure appears related to a structural/load path defect involving the frame design, material integrity, and/or structural fatigue in a critical towing area. The unit is currently unsafe to tow. Manufacturers involved: -Vanleigh RV -Lippert Components Photos and supporting documentation are available showing frame fracture, structural displacement, sheared fasteners, and frame movement under load. The RV is currently located at The Resort At Canopy Oaks, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint 11740808 - Filed Mar 21, 2024Failure Oct 6, 2023Sumas, WABody
This is a 2021 Vanleigh/Tiffin Beacon 41FLB 5th wheel. Upper deck frame welds broken causing wall structure frame to break and front slide outs to come loose. Unit was still within 3 year frame and structural warranty, but Vanleigh refused warranty. $16,000 repair…but if not repaired, the frame and 5th wheel plate could have separated and caused a serious accident. This is a serious problem and Vanleigh Tiffin should pay for warranty repair.
NHTSA complaint 11578784 - Filed Mar 20, 2024Failure Apr 12, 2023Fall River, WIBody
The front frame of the RV has failed, welds are cracked. The unit can be inspected. The frame welds hold the walls on to the RV. The frame is the major structural component that could lead to wall collapse. Symptoms of the cracks are evident only when towing, meaning failure on the highway. Problem has been confirmed by and independent repair facility. Manufacturer is aware, but has not inspected. They don't want to inspect because this is an industry wide problem. Frame failure becomes evident when hitching up and towing the RV. Side wall flexing will occur along the front overhang, fiberglass will crack, seals around front slides will pop open.
NHTSA complaint 11578377
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
3 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 11-2021 Nov 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 are asking owners t… - VSB-05 Feb 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 take their RV into…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.