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NHTSA Recall 21V350000: Switch (exterior lighting)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 39 vehicles. It affects 2021 Forest River Coachmen.

39
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (June 9)
NHTSA campaign21V350000
Manufacturer campaign220-1336
ComponentEXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH
Report receivedMay 14, 2021
Owner notificationJune 9, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

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.

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 21V350000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Coachmen2021

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.