Recall 22V243 affects 99,190 2021-2023 Coachmen recreational vehicles for cracked LP gas quick disconnect fittings. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 99,190 2021-2023 Freelander, Leprechaun, Apex, and other RVs because LP gas quick disconnect fittings can crack and leak gas. A gas leak near an ignition source can increase the risk of fire, and Coachmen dealers will inspect and replace the fittings free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The LP quick disconnect on affected 2021-2023 Coachmen recreational vehicles is a gas fitting in the propane system. It lets LP gas move through the line when equipment is connected, and it is supposed to seal the connection tightly when the system is in use. That seal matters because the fitting sits in the gas path under the vehicle.
On these vehicles, the quick disconnect fitting was damaged before or during assembly. Forest River traced the problem to supplier overtightening, along with brass contamination or porosity that leaves weak spots in the fitting. Those weak spots form cracks, and a cracked fitting lets LP gas leak out instead of staying contained inside the line.
An owner can notice the smell of LP gas near the quick disconnect mounted under the vehicle. That gas odor is the warning sign to take seriously and have the system inspected before using the LP gas system again.
Who's affected?
Spans Coachmen, Forest River, Prime Time, Palomino, Shasta, and East To West RV lines across the 2021-2023 model years, all using the same LP quick disconnect part.
| 2022 Coachmen Freelander | Lines and fittings |
|---|---|
| 2022 Forest River Impression | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Impression | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Prime Time Lacrosse | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Prime Time Sanibel | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Shockwave | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Sabre | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Sabre | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Vibe | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Prime Time Tracer | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Prime Time Crusader | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Ozark | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Ozark | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Rockwood | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Rockwood | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 East To West Della Terra | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 East To West Della Terra | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Avenger | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Stealth | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Coachmen Freedom Express | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Stealth | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Stealth Evo | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Coachmen Freedom Express | Lines and fittings |
| 2023 Coachmen Freelander | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Coachmen Adrenaline | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Coachmen Adrenaline | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Palomino Puma | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Shasta Oasis | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Shasta Oasis | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Vengeance | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Palomino Puma | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Work And Play | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Wildwood | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Wildcat | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Salem | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Avenger | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Coachmen Catalina | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Cedar Creek | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Cherokee | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Cherokee | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Columbus | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Coachmen Leprechaun | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 East To West Silver Lake | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Coachmen Spirit | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail | Lines and fittings |
| 2023 Coachmen Leprechaun | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Coachmen Leprechaun | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Flagstaff | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Flagstaff | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Aurora | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Salem | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Prime Time Crusader | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Columbus | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Wildwood | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Vibe | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 East To West Silver Lake | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Rainier | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Coachmen Apex | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Vengeance | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Coachmen Spirit | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Coachmen Apex | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Coachmen Prism | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Prime Time Lacrosse | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Cedar Creek | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Coachmen Catalina | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Stealth Evo | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Prime Time Sanibel | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Shockwave | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 Forest River Sandstorm | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Forest River Sandstorm | Lines and fittings |
| 2021 East To West Alta | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 East To West Alta | Lines and fittings |
| Units affected | 99,190 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A gas leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. If you smell LP gas near the quick disconnect under the vehicle, stop using the LP system and contact the dealer for repair. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2023 Coachmen Freelander, Impression, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shockwave, Sabre, Vibe, Tracer, Crusader, Ozark, Rockwood, Della Terra, Avenger, Stealth, Freedom Express, Stealth Evo, Adrenaline, Puma, Oasis, Vengeance, Work And Play, Wildwood, Wildcat, Salem, Catalina, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Leprechaun, Silver Lake, Spirit, Cross Trail, Flagstaff, Aurora, Xlr Toyhauler, Rainier, Apex, Prism, Sandstorm, or Alta is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free quick-disconnect replacement and LP system check that address the cracked LP gas fitting and gas-leak fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Coachmen mailed one, and reference recall number 22V243 when you call.
- Avoid using the LP gas system until the repair is complete if you suspect a gas leak, and keep ignition sources away from the RV.
- Call Coachmen customer service at 1-800-348-7440 with questions about the applicable model support number.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician replaces the quick disconnect fitting in the LP gas system, then checks the LP system for leaks and proper operation. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered. Bring the RV to the service department with the recall notice or campaign number 22V243 so the advisor can match the repair to your VIN before work begins.
Timeline
| April 13, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 20, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 23, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| May 23, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 23, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V243?
Recall 22V243 covers 99,190 2021-2023 Coachmen RVs with quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system that can crack and leak gas. A gas leak near an ignition source increases fire risk. Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and check the LP system for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2023 Coachmen RV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV is included in recall 22V243. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the quick disconnect replacement and LP system check. Reference recall number 22V243 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. For recall 22V243, dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform an LP system check free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The quick disconnect fitting in the LP gas system can crack and leak gas, and a gas leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Until the repair is complete, avoid using the LP system if you smell gas or suspect a leak.
When were owners notified about recall 22V243?
Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. If you bought the RV used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether recall 22V243 applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Coachmen dealer with the recall number.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V243000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-800-348-7440 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V243 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V243000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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Download Misc. Document (PDF)
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Download Recall Report (PDF)
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
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Download Owner Notice (PDF)
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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 →