Coachmen Chaparral recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 30, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2019 Coachmen, Shasta — 4 models

Recall number

18V354000

Brand / firm

Coachmen, Shasta

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 237 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.