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Forest River Coachmen problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2013–2021: 1 recall campaign and 12 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

20132015201620172021

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
201302
201502
201602
201705
202111

What owners complain about (all years)

Structure3
Suspension2
Air Bags1
Steering1
Tires1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Visibility/Wiper1
Equipment1

Recent recalls

Exterior Lighting #21V350000 · 2021 · 39 units

Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2021 coachmen spirit travel trailers. the breakaway switch power lead is wired incorrectly and may lose power.

Risk: The trailer brakes may not engage if the breakaway switch does not have power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 9, 2021. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-825-8205. forest river's number for this recall is 220-1336.

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