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Recall 18V-354: 2019 Coachmen Brookstone, 2019 Coachmen Chaparral and 2 more

Forest River, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 30, 2018, covering about 237 vehicles.

NHTSA number
18V-354
Report date
May 30, 2018
Vehicles affected
237
Owners notified
Jun 28, 2018

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Chaparral, Chaparral Lite and Brookstone, and Shasta Phoenix recreational trailers. The liquid propane (LP) gas bottle ring on these trailers may not have a deep enough pierce punch to bind the metal strap, possibly resulting in the LP bottle detaching.

The risk

If the LP bottle detaches while moving, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install new LP bottle rings, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8360. Forest River's number for this recall is 110-0738.

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

ManufacturerForest River, Inc.
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number18V354000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Coachmen Brookstone2019All years
Coachmen Chaparral2019All years
Coachmen Chaparral Lite2019All years
Shasta Phoenix2019All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 18V-354?

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Chaparral, Chaparral Lite and Brookstone, and Shasta Phoenix recreational trailers. The liquid propane (LP) gas bottle ring on these trailers may not have a deep enough pierce punch to bind the metal strap, possibly resulting in the LP bottle detaching.

How is recall 18V-354 fixed?

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install new LP bottle rings, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8360. Forest River's number for this recall is 110-0738.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.