2021 Forest River Coachmen problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Forest River Coachmen.
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Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Forest River recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Forest River
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
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Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Forest River Coachmen have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall filed by Forest River for the 2021 Coachmen. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2021 Forest River Coachmen problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is electrical system.