Towing coupler underrated for vehicle weight
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
An underrated towing coupler can break, allowing the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 25V112000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V112000?
NHTSA recall 25V112000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on February 21, 2025. It addresses: Towing coupler underrated for vehicle weight. The recall affects approximately 7 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V112000 or the manufacturer campaign number 205-1897. 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.