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Vehicle recall 20V544000 · September 8, 2020

2021 Coachmen Catalina

The exterior griddle was built with a six foot hose, allowing the griddle to be stowed in the vehicle with an open flame.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Coachmen Catalina CAT261BHS-8 and CAT263BHSCKLE recreational trailers. The exterior griddle was built with a six foot hose, allowing the griddle to be stowed in the vehicle with an open flame.
Consequence
Storing the griddle while it has an open flame can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
None of the vehicles have been retailed yet. Forest River dealers will install a three foot LPG hose instead of the six foot one, free of charge. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 103-1227.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
20V544000
Reported to NHTSA
September 8, 2020
Filed by
Forest River, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign
103-1227
Owner notification
September 8, 2020
Vehicles potentially affected
8
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer › LPG systems › Lines and fittings
Recall 20V544000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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