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Vehicles/Recreational Vehicles

2025 Coachmen Catalina ACAT35FME Recalled for Underrated Towing Coupler

Agency Publication Date: February 21, 2025
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Summary

Forest River is recalling 7 of its 2025 Coachmen Catalina ACAT35FME travel trailers because the towing coupler might not be strong enough to handle the trailer's maximum weight rating. Dealers will replace the coupler with a properly rated version free of charge.

Risk

If the towing coupler is underrated for the trailer's weight, it can break while the vehicle is in motion. This would allow the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall involves 2025 Coachmen Catalina ACAT35FME travel trailers.
  2. Contact a Forest River dealer to schedule a free replacement of the towing coupler.
  3. You may contact Forest River customer service at 574-825-4995 and mention recall number 205-1897.
  4. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls for additional information.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”„Free Replacement

Free replacement of the towing coupler.

How to: Dealers will replace the coupler, free of charge. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 574-825-4995.

Affected Products

Product: 2025 Coachmen Catalina ACAT35FME
Part / Model:
ACAT35FME

Recall involves couplers that are underrated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the trailer.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 25V112000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Sold By: Authorized Forest River dealers
Units Affected: 7 vehicles(7% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: March 3, 2025
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 205-1897
Agency Last Updated: April 30, 2025

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response