Models
Every Coachmen model with a safety record. Open one to see it year by year.
| Model | Years | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Catalina | 1991–2026 | 38 |
| Mirada | 1999–2023 | 37 |
| Freedom Express | 2009–2024 | 32 |
| Santara | 1993–2006 | 29 |
| Leprechaun | 1984–2023 | 24 |
| Freelander | 2004–2024 | 15 |
| Prism | 2007–2024 | 14 |
| Aurora | 1997–2022 | 13 |
| Apex | 2009–2025 | 12 |
| Sportscoach | 1999–2024 | 12 |
Also on record, with too little data for a page of its own: Coachmen · Chaparral · Pursuit · Nova · Galleria · MINI Motorhome · Clipper · Pathfinder · Spirit OF America · Beyond · Brookstone · Cross Country · Freedom · Royal · Spirit · Viking · Captiva · Class A · Concord · E350 · Encore · Epic · Trailer · Blast · Capri Micro · Crosscountry MH · Futura · Sportcoach Encore · Sportscoach Elite · 241FK-LITE · 322QB · Adrenaline · Aurora - MH · Capri · Cascade 26RBS · Catalina TT · Chaparral Lite · Class- C · Classic · Clipper Classic · Clipper Spirit · Destiny · Encounter · Freedom Express 31 · Freedom V MH · Leprechaun-MM · Lite · Orion · Ranger · Roadmaster-MM · Santara-MH · Senators · Shasta · Somerset · Travelmaster · Velocity · VIP · 334MBS · Adrenaline Lite · Ambassador and 52 more.
NHTSA recalls, complaints and manufacturer communications (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
Complaints by model year
All Coachmen models together. Newer years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints
What owners report
- Tires115
- Equipment76
- Structure66
- Suspension46
- Unknown or other37
- Electrical system32
- Service brakes, hydraulic31
- Wheels23
NHTSA ODI complaints, by the system named in the complaint
Latest recalls
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Forest River Work and Play, 2024-2026 East to West Takoda, Coachmen Chaparral, 2025-2026 Shasta Phoenix, 2023-2025 Forest River Riverstone, 2022-2026 Coachmen Adrenaline, and 2025 Forest River Cedar Creek fifth wheel travel trailers. The ramp door may break away from the door frame while loading or unloading vehicles.
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Coachmen Catalina travel trailers. The chassis outrigger may contact and puncture the tire.
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Forest River Aurora, Coachmen Catalina, 2026 Coachmen Viking, Coachmen Clipper, 2016-2026 Wildwood, and Salem recreational trailers. The distribution panel wire may be connected to the battery without over current protection.
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Forest River Aurora and Coachmen Catalina travel trailers. Please see the 573 report for the complete list of model numbers. The front exterior accent lights, awning, and auto-leveling system may be incorrectly wired and not have proper over current circuit protection.
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Coachmen Catalina, Forest River Aurora, Cascade, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Sandpiper, Sierra, 2025 Campsite Reserve, Impression, Pause, Puma, Sabre, Salem, Vengeance, and Wildwood fifth wheel and travel trailers, equipped with a removable step assembly. The clip-on bracket mounting bolts may come loose, allowing the steps to detach.
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Coachmen Brookstone BKF398MBL fifth wheels. The wastewater holding tank pipe may not extend to the exterior of the vehicle, allowing sewer gas to enter the cabin.
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain Coachmen Catalina BCAT154RBX travel trailers. The wastewater holding tank pipe may not extend to the exterior of the vehicle, allowing sewer gas to enter the cabin.
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.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words