NHTSA Recall 22V488000: Integrated trailer brake control (electrical system) and fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 202 vehicles. It affects 2022 Coachmen Catalina.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V488000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 205-1534 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Report received | July 8, 2022 |
| Owner notification | August 5, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Coachmen Catalina travel trailers. The breakaway switch may be incorrectly wired to the battery disconnect, which can prevent the trailer brakes from activating as intended.
Safety risk
Trailer brakes that fail to activate can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and re-wire the breakaway switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-6241. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1529.
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 22V488000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Catalina | 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.