Break-away safety switch may be improperly wired
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2019 coachmen freedom express recreational trailers. the break-away safety switch was not wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery and cause the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
Safety Consequence
If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river has notified owners, and dealers will correct the break-away safety switch wiring, free of charge. the recall began september 11, 2018. owners may contact coachmen freedom express customer service at 1-574-825-8657. Forest river's number for this recall is 220/320-0825.
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FAQ: Recall 18V545000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V545000?
NHTSA recall 18V545000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on August 17, 2018. It addresses: Break-away safety switch may be improperly wired. The recall affects approximately 69 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V545000 or the manufacturer campaign number 220/320-0825. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.