NHTSA Recall 22V135000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment) and electrical system
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,009 vehicles. It affects 11 models including the Coachmen Apex.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V135000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 51-1485 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | March 8, 2022 |
| Owner notification | April 5, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Coachmen Catalina, Aurora, Apex, Freedom Express, Spirit, Work N Play, Forest River XLR Toy Hauler, Vengeance, Sabre, Cherokee, and Cardinal travel trailers and fifth wheels. The wire cord that connects to the back of the 50AMP shore power inlet may be loose.
Safety risk
Loose wires may contact each other and cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the shore cord inlet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact the following customer service numbers: Forest River 1-574-825-4995; Catalina & Aurora 1-574-825-8657; APEX 1-574-825-8205; Freedom Express & Work n Play 1-574-825-6302; Cardinal 1-574-296-7700; Cherokee and Vengeance 1-260-499-2100; Sabre 1-574-642-2100; and XLR 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1485.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V135000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Apex | 2022 |
| Coachmen Aurora | 2022 |
| Coachmen Catalina | 2022 |
| Coachmen Freedom Express | 2022 |
| Coachmen Spirit | 2022 |
| Coachmen Work and Play | 2022 |
| Forest River Cardinal | 2022 |
| Forest River Cherokee | 2022 |
| Forest River Sabre | 2022 |
| Forest River Vengeance | 2022 |
| Forest River XLR Toyhauler | 2022 |
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.