Recall 21V692 affects 175 2021-2022 Coachmen Nova motorhomes for an incorrectly installed AGM battery. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 175 2021-2022 Nova motorhomes because an Absorbed Glass Mat battery was incorrectly installed inside the vehicle, which can allow hydrogen gas to enter the interior. Hydrogen gas inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury, and Coachmen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The battery in the 2021-2022 Coachmen Nova stores electrical power for the motorhome's house systems when the engine is off or when shore power is not supplying everything. This recall involves the AGM battery, a sealed battery type that still needs the right enclosure and venting when installed in a motorhome.
On affected Nova motorhomes, the AGM battery was installed inside the vehicle instead of inside a battery box vented to the outside. That location lets hydrogen gas from the battery enter the interior compartment. The problem is the placement and ventilation, not the driver's operation of the vehicle.
The warning sign listed for this recall is the Carbon Monoxide alarm sounding. Owners also reported a sulfur smell from the battery compartment before the recall was filed.
Who's affected?
Both Nova model years use the same 8D AGM battery named in the recall.
| 2021 Coachmen Nova | battery |
|---|---|
| 2022 Coachmen Nova | battery |
| Units affected | 175 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 5 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Hydrogen gas inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury. If the Carbon Monoxide alarm sounds, treat it as a warning sign, ventilate the vehicle, leave the area, and call a Coachmen dealer before using it again. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Coachmen Nova is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free lithium-battery installation that fixes the incorrectly installed AGM battery condition that can let hydrogen gas enter the motorhome.
- Bring the recall notice if Coachmen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V692 when you call.
- Call Coachmen customer service at 1-574-825-6319 with questions about scheduling or the battery repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician replaces the incorrectly installed AGM battery with lithium batteries inside the affected Nova motorhome. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the dealer also needs to inspect or perform the recall work even if you already paid for a related repair, so the correct parts and procedures are confirmed. Forest River's reimbursement plan allows a refund for prior repairs within the scope of this defect. Send the service invoice to Forest River's warranty manager for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 3, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 1, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 6, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| December 6, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 6, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 6, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V692?
Recall 21V692 covers 175 2021-2022 Coachmen Nova motorhomes with an AGM battery installed inside the vehicle, allowing hydrogen gas to enter the cabin. Hydrogen gas inside the vehicle can increase injury risk. Coachmen dealers will install a lithium battery for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Coachmen Nova is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 21V692. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the lithium battery installation. Reference recall number 21V692 and Coachmen recall number 225-1416 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Coachmen dealers will install the lithium battery free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk in this Coachmen Nova recall?
The safety risk is hydrogen gas entering the vehicle. The AGM battery was installed inside the motorhome, which can allow hydrogen gas into the cabin and increase the risk of injury. The dealer remedy replaces that battery setup with a lithium battery.
When were owners notified about recall 21V692?
Coachmen notified owners of the defect on September 27, 2021, and mailed owner notification letters on November 1, 2021. If you bought the motorhome used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Coachmen dealer with recall number 21V692.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V692000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-6319 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V692 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V692000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →