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Vehicle recall 22V488000 · July 8, 2022

2022 Coachmen Catalina

The breakaway switch may be incorrectly wired to the battery disconnect, which can prevent the trailer brakes from activating as intended.

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 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.
Consequence
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
22V488000
Reported to NHTSA
July 8, 2022
Filed by
Forest River, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign
205-1534
Owner notification
August 5, 2022
Vehicles potentially affected
202
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Electrical system › Integrated trailer brake control; Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
Recall 22V488000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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