Recall 18V249 affects 68 2018-2019 Coachmen Spirit trailers missing an LP cooktop quick disconnect. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 68 2018-2019 Spirit recreational trailers because the outdoor cooktop was installed without a liquid propane quick disconnect. That setup can expose users to carbon monoxide when the cooktop is stowed while connected to LP, and escaping propane raises fire risk; Coachmen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The outdoor cooktop on 2018-2019 Coachmen Spirit trailers uses the trailer's LP system to feed propane to the cooking appliance outside the trailer. A proper exterior setup uses a quick-disconnect fitting, which gives the cooktop hose a dedicated connection point and helps keep the propane line controlled when the appliance is connected or removed.
On affected Spirit SBT2963BH and SBT2342BH trailers, the LP supply line was routed from inside the trailer directly to the exterior cooktop instead of ending at an exterior quick-disconnect. That leaves the cooktop connection different from the intended design. The repair moves the LP line to the correct exterior fitting and adds the proper hose between the quick-disconnect and the cooktop.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners are not expected to hear, smell, or see a specific early symptom tied to the missing quick-disconnect before the problem is found during inspection or repair.
Who's affected?
Applies across the 2018 and 2019 Spirit line, with the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component for each year.
| 2018 Coachmen Spirit | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2019 Coachmen Spirit | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 68 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Using the cooktop while it is still connected to the LP supply and the LP hose is in the ON position can expose occupants to carbon monoxide. Escaping propane also increases the risk of a fire. Keep the LP hose off and schedule the dealer repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Coachmen Spirit is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free LP supply-line relocation and quick-disconnect fitting repair that keeps the outdoor cooktop from staying connected inside the trailer.
- Bring the recall notice if Coachmen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V249 when you call.
- Keep the outdoor cooktop disconnected from the LP supply until the dealer repair is complete.
- Avoid using the cooktop in the trailer until the LP quick-disconnect repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician disconnects the LP supply line for the outdoor cooktop and relocates it with a quick disconnect LP fitting. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, so the dealer repair is free. The reimbursement information says a general plan is on file. If you already paid out of pocket for the same LP supply line or fitting repair before the recall work, ask Coachmen customer service how to submit repair documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 19, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 4, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 15, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| June 15, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 15, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V249?
Recall 18V249 covers 68 2018-2019 Coachmen Spirit recreational trailers, models SBT2963BH and SBT2342BH, with an outdoor cooktop that was installed without a liquid propane quick disconnect. That setup can expose users to carbon monoxide and escaping propane gas can increase fire risk.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Coachmen Spirit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V249. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the LP supply line relocation and quick disconnect fitting installation. Reference recall number 18V249 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Coachmen dealers will disconnect the LP supply line and relocate it with a quick disconnect LP fitting free of charge.
Is it safe to use the outdoor cooktop before the repair?
Do not use the outdoor cooktop until the dealer completes the recall repair. Without the LP quick disconnect, the cooktop can stay connected to the propane supply when placed inside the trailer, exposing users to carbon monoxide and increasing fire risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V249000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-8205 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V249 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V249000 |
Source documents
-
Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →