Holiday Rambler Vacationer Problems by Year
NHTSA has 54 owner complaints and 30 safety recalls on file for the Holiday Rambler Vacationer, across 27 model years (1997–2026). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Holiday Rambler Vacationer years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Vacationer year: 2002. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 Vacationer: 13 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2004 Vacationer: 8 complaints, 3 recalls
- 1999 Vacationer: 6 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1998 Vacationer: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2000 Vacationer: 1 complaint, 4 recalls
- 2005 Vacationer: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Holiday Rambler Vacationer problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 7 | 0 |
| Equipment | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Holiday Rambler Vacationer model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Vacationer | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2025 Vacationer | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2024 Vacationer | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2023 Vacationer | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2022 Vacationer | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2021 Vacationer | 2 | 6 | — | Equipment | |
| 2020 Vacationer | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2019 Vacationer | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2018 Vacationer | 1 | 4 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2017 Vacationer | 1 | 6 | — | Visibility | |
| 2016 Vacationer | 1 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2015 Vacationer | 4 | 1 | — | Structure | |
| 2014 Vacationer | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 Vacationer | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2012 Vacationer | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2011 Vacationer | 2 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 Vacationer | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2006 Vacationer | 1 | 2 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2005 Vacationer | 1 | 2 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2004 Vacationer | 8 | 3 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2003 Vacationer | 5 | 5 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2002 Vacationer | 13 | 6 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 Vacationer | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2000 Vacationer | 1 | 4 | — | Structure | |
| 1999 Vacationer | 6 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 1998 Vacationer | 1 | 2 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1997 Vacationer | 5 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Holiday Rambler Vacationer years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2002 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Vacationer year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Holiday Rambler Vacationer?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 19 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Holiday Rambler Vacationer have?
30 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.