NHTSA Recall 22V489000: Tail lights (exterior lighting) and electrical system: wiring
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 43 vehicles. It affects 2022 Coachmen Apex.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V489000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 220-1535 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | July 8, 2022 |
| Owner notification | August 9, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Coachmen Apex travel trailers. The tail lights may have been incorrectly wired to an "ON/OFF" switch, which can cause the brake or tail lights to not illuminate when the switch is in the "off" position.
Safety risk
Brake or tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the tail lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-358-0401. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-1535.
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 22V489000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Apex | 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.