NHTSA Recall 25V112000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7 vehicles. It affects 2025 Coachmen Catalina.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V112000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 205-1897 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | February 21, 2025 |
| Owner notification | March 3, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Coachmen Catalina ACAT35FME travel trailers. The towing coupler may be underrated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the trailer.
Safety risk
An underrated towing coupler can break, allowing the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the coupler, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 2, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 205-1897.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V112000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Catalina | 2025 |
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.