NHTSA Recall 25V212000: Electrical system: wiring and solar panel (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 69 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Coachmen Apex.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V212000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 224-1912 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › ACCESSORY GENERATOR › SOLAR PANEL |
| Report received | April 4, 2025 |
| Owner notification | April 15, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Coachmen Apex and Remote travel trailers. The solar panel wiring may be incorrectly wired to the battery, causing it to melt.
Safety risk
Melted wiring may cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and rewire the solar panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205. Forest River's number for this recall is 224-1912.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V212000
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.