Recall 20V544 affects 8 2021 Coachmen Catalina trailers for a griddle hose that allows open-flame storage. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 8 2021 Catalina recreational trailers because the exterior griddle was built with a six-foot hose that lets the griddle be stowed in the trailer with an open flame. An open flame inside the vehicle raises fire risk, and Coachmen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The LPG hose on the 2021 Coachmen Catalina connects the trailer's propane quick disconnect to the exterior griddle. That hose carries propane from the trailer's LP gas system to the cooking appliance, so the griddle can be used outside the trailer while connected to fuel.
On affected trailers, the factory installed a six foot LPG hose for that griddle. The hose was too long, so the griddle had enough reach to be stowed back inside the trailer while its flame was still open. The correct shorter three foot hose limits that movement and keeps the lit griddle from being stored inside the vehicle.
This is a hose length and installation problem, not a cracked line or worn part. There is no warning sign before failure because the hazard comes from how far the connected griddle can move while lit.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Coachmen Catalina | Lines and fittings |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 8 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2021 Coachmen Catalina trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Storing the griddle while it has an open flame increases the risk of a vehicle fire. There is no warning sign listed for this hazard. If your 2021 Catalina is included, keep the griddle off and cooled before storage. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Coachmen Catalina is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free three-foot LPG hose installation that keeps the exterior griddle from being stowed with an open flame.
- Reference recall number 20V544 when you call, and use Coachmen recall 103-1227 if the dealer asks for the manufacturer number.
- Keep the exterior griddle out of the trailer while it has an open flame until the hose repair is complete.
- Bring the recall notice if Coachmen mailed one.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician removes the exterior griddle's six foot LPG hose and installs a three foot hose so the griddle cannot be stowed in the trailer with an open flame. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. None of the recalled trailers had been retailed when the remedy was filed. Coachmen's general reimbursement plan is on file for documented out-of-pocket repair costs tied to this recall.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 8, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 8, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 14, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| October 14, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V544?
Recall 20V544 covers 8 2021 Coachmen Catalina recreational trailers with an exterior griddle LPG hose that lets the griddle be stowed in the trailer while the flame is still open. That fire risk is fixed by replacing the six foot LPG hose with a three foot hose for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Coachmen Catalina is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V544. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the LPG hose replacement. Reference recall number 20V544 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, and the remedy for this recall is a free LPG hose replacement. A Coachmen dealer will install a three foot LPG hose instead of the original six foot hose.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle fire. The recalled exterior griddle was built with a hose long enough to let the griddle be stowed in the trailer while an open flame is still present. Do not stow the griddle until the flame is fully out.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V544000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-4995 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V544 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V544000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →