Coachmen Catalina (Coachmen) – Towing Coupler Risk (2025)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2025 COACHMEN CATALINA
Brand
COACHMEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2025
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2025 COACHMEN CATALINA vehicles due to equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer issues. An underrated towing coupler can break, allowing the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An underrated towing coupler can break, allowing the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026