2021 Forest River Coachmen Recall: Breakaway switch power lead is wired incorrectly and may lose power
NHTSA campaign 21V350000 · Exterior Lighting · filed May 14, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Coachmen Spirit Travel Trailers. The Breakaway switch power lead is wired incorrectly and may lose power.
The risk
The trailer brakes may not engage if the breakaway switch does not have power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-1336.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River | Coachmen | 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V350000 (manufacturer number 220-1336). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.