Recall 19V476 affects 2,114 2017-2020 Coachmen and Shasta trailers with a non-GFCI outside kitchen outlet. Repair is free at the selling dealer.
Forest River is recalling 2,114 2017-2020 Coachmen Chaparral, Chaparral Lite, Chaparral X-Lite, and Shasta Phoenix travel trailers under recall 19V476 because the outside kitchen outlet is a standard receptacle instead of a GFCI-protected one. Without GFCI protection, occupants face a risk of electric shock, and a Shasta dealer will install the correct outlet free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The outside kitchen on these trailers is the cooking area built into the exterior wall, where owners plug in appliances like griddles, blenders, or coffee makers while camping. The 110-volt outlet in that kitchen is meant to be a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet, a special receptacle that senses when electricity is leaking to ground (for example, through a wet appliance or a person) and cuts power within milliseconds. That protection matters because the outside kitchen is exposed to rain, dew, and hose spray.
On affected Coachmen Chaparral, Chaparral Lite, Chaparral X-Lite, and Shasta Phoenix trailers, the exterior kitchen was wired with a standard 110-volt outlet instead of the protected version. The 110-volt wiring practice was inconsistent with Forest River's manufacturing standards. Without the ground-fault sensor, a short circuit caused by moisture or a damaged cord will not shut the outlet off automatically, raising the risk of electric shock.
There is no warning sign before failure. The outlet looks and works like any other until current finds an unintended path to ground.
Who's affected?
Spans four travel-trailer lines (Phoenix, Chaparral, Chaparral Lite, Chaparral X-Lite) across the 2017 through 2020 model years, all built on the same manufacturing run.
| 2019 Shasta Phoenix | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2019 Shasta Phoenix | electrical system |
| 2017 Coachmen Chaparral X-Lite | Equipment |
| 2017 Coachmen Chaparral X-Lite | electrical system |
| 2017 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | Equipment |
| 2017 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | electrical system |
| 2018 Shasta Phoenix | Equipment |
| 2018 Shasta Phoenix | electrical system |
| 2020 Coachmen Chaparral | Equipment |
| 2020 Coachmen Chaparral | electrical system |
| 2017 Coachmen Chaparral | Equipment |
| 2017 Coachmen Chaparral | electrical system |
| 2019 Coachmen Chaparral X-Lite | Equipment |
| 2019 Coachmen Chaparral X-Lite | electrical system |
| 2017 Shasta Phoenix | Equipment |
| 2017 Shasta Phoenix | electrical system |
| 2018 Coachmen Chaparral X-Lite | Equipment |
| 2018 Coachmen Chaparral X-Lite | electrical system |
| 2019 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | Equipment |
| 2019 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | electrical system |
| 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | Equipment |
| 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | electrical system |
| 2020 Shasta Phoenix | Equipment |
| 2020 Shasta Phoenix | electrical system |
| 2020 Coachmen Chaparral X-Lite | Equipment |
| 2020 Coachmen Chaparral X-Lite | electrical system |
| 2018 Coachmen Chaparral | Equipment |
| 2018 Coachmen Chaparral | electrical system |
| 2018 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | Equipment |
| 2018 Coachmen Chaparral Lite | electrical system |
| 2019 Coachmen Chaparral | Equipment |
| 2019 Coachmen Chaparral | electrical system |
| Units affected | 2,114 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An exterior kitchen outlet without GFCI protection can shock anyone who plugs in or touches an appliance near water, with serious injury or death as the worst-case outcome. The risk rises in wet conditions or when an appliance has a fault. Schedule the repair soon and avoid using the exterior kitchen receptacle until it has been replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Shasta dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2020 Coachmen Chaparral, Chaparral Lite, Chaparral X-Lite, or Shasta Phoenix trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free outlet replacement.
- Schedule the GFCI outlet replacement that swaps the exterior kitchen's standard 110V receptacle for a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet, which prevents the shock hazard.
- Avoid using the exterior kitchen outlet until the replacement is complete. Keep the receptacle cover closed and keep the area dry.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8360 with questions, and reference recall number 19V476 (Forest River recall 110-1035) when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Shasta technician removes the standard 110V outlet in the exterior kitchen and installs a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlet in its place. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you previously paid out of pocket to swap the exterior kitchen outlet for a GFCI before the recall notice, Forest River's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your repair receipts to the service desk, or contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8360 to ask how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 21, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 24, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 31, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| July 31, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 31, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V476?
Recall 19V476 covers 2,114 2017-2020 Coachmen Chaparral, Chaparral Lite, Chaparral X-Lite, and Shasta Phoenix recreational trailers with an outside kitchen outlet that is not Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected. Without GFCI protection, occupants can be electrically shocked, increasing the risk of injury or death.
What should I do if my 2017-2020 Coachmen Chaparral, Chaparral Lite, Chaparral X-Lite, or Shasta Phoenix is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V476. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the GFCI outlet replacement in the outside kitchen. Reference recall number 19V476 when you call. The repair is free, and Forest River customer service is reachable at 1-574-825-8360.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform the recall repair at no cost. Forest River dealers will replace the standard 110V outlet in the exterior kitchen with a GFCI-protected outlet free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk if the outside kitchen outlet is not GFCI protected?
A standard 110V outlet without GFCI protection does not cut power when current leaks through a person or water. In an outdoor kitchen exposed to moisture, that gap can shock anyone using or near the outlet. The consequence on file is electrical shock, with risk of injury or death.
What if I bought my trailer used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Forest River never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included in recall 19V476, and reference that number when you contact a Forest River dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V476000 |
|---|---|
| Shasta customer service | 1-574-825-8360 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V476 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V476000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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