NHTSA Recall 15V576000: Trailer hitches
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,804 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Coachmen Encounter.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V576000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 310-09112015-0086 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | September 16, 2015 |
| Owner notification | October 9, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc., (Forest River) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Coachmen Pursuit, Mirada, and Encounter motorhomes manufactured from March 1, 2011, through September 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the trailer hitch attaching bolts and nuts may not have been properly tightened, allowing the hitch to detach during use.
Safety risk
If the trailer hitch partially or fully detaches from the motorhome while it is towing a vehicle, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fastener kit, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners West of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8317. Owners East of the Mississippi River may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8305. Forest River's campaign number for this recall is 310-09112015-0086.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V576000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Encounter | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Coachmen Mirada | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Coachmen Pursuit | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.