The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V350000·Announced 2021-05-14

2021 Forest River Coachmen travel trailers recalled for brake failure risk

Forest River is recalling certain 2021 Coachmen Spirit Travel Trailers due to a breakaway switch wiring defect that may prevent brakes from engaging. Approximately 39 units are affected.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a brake system safety defect with potential for serious harm. However, because no injuries or incidents have been reported, the hazard is classified as risk-of-harm rather than confirmed danger, limiting it to High rather than Severe.

Plain-English summary

Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 Coachmen Spirit Travel Trailers. The breakaway switch power lead is wired incorrectly, which may cause the switch to lose power.

If the breakaway switch loses power, the trailer brakes may not engage. This increases the risk of a crash.

Approximately 39 units are affected by this recall. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 9, 2021.

Dealers will rewire the breakaway switch free of charge. Owners should contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205 (recall number 220-1336) or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153). Additional information is available at www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
FOREST RIVER COACHMEN
Brand
FOREST RIVER
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — RV / Travel Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
39

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • COACHMEN

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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