Recall 22V260 affects 15 2021-2022 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer trailers for an improperly welded coupler. Repair is free through Tiny Idahomes.
Rugged Mountain Custom Rv is recalling 15 2021-2022 Travel Trailer units because the coupler was improperly welded. The coupler connects the trailer to the tow vehicle; if that weld fails, the trailer can separate and increase crash risk, and the dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The coupler on a 2021-2022 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer is the hitch part at the front of the trailer. It locks onto the tow vehicle's hitch ball and keeps the trailer attached while you accelerate, brake, turn, and back up.
On affected trailers, the RAM CA-5400 coupler was not fully welded on the bottom side. Some tack welded couplers, meaning parts with temporary welds before final welding, were mixed into finished stock and installed. Without the full weld, the coupler does not have the intended attachment strength, and the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle. The recall remedy uses a coupler that is fully welded on the bottom side.
Owners can look for the defect before failure. Broken or incomplete welds are visible on the bottom side of the coupler, and a visual inspection identifies the problem.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same RAM CA-5400 coupler under recreational vehicle/trailer equipment and trailer-hitch categories.
| 2022 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2022 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer | Trailer hitches |
| 2021 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2021 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer | Trailer hitches |
| Units affected | 15 |
| 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.
What's the safety risk?
Trailer separation from the tow vehicle increases crash risk. Before towing, inspect the bottom side of the coupler for broken or incomplete welds, and do not tow if the welds look damaged. Ask the dealer to inspect and replace the coupler as needed. Repair is free at any franchised Rugged Mountain Custom Rv dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Rugged Mountain Custom Rv customer service at 1-208-468-0576 to schedule the free coupler inspection and replacement that fixes the improperly welded trailer hitch connection.
- Reference recall number 22V260 when you call, so the service desk can find the repair quickly.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one, plus any ownership or registration documents the service desk requests.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the coupler has been inspected and the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Rugged Mountain Custom Rv technician inspects the trailer coupler and replaces it if the weld or coupler condition falls under the recall. The inspection, replacement parts, and labor are free. If you already paid for a coupler repair tied to this defect, Tiny Idahomes says those costs will be reimbursed or already were reimbursed. For a prior repair or an unrepaired coupler defect, contact Tiny Idahomes customer service or Nathan Schauer at Dexter with the repair details and any documentation you have.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 15, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 27, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 27, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 27, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V260?
Recall 22V260 covers 15 2021-2022 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer units with an improperly welded coupler. The trailer can separate from the tow vehicle, increasing crash risk. Rugged Mountain Custom Rv will inspect the coupler and replace it as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V260. If it is, contact Rugged Mountain Custom Rv customer service at 1-208-468-0576 to arrange the coupler inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 22V260 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Rugged Mountain Custom Rv will inspect and replace the coupler as necessary free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V260?
The safety risk is trailer separation while towing. If the coupler weld fails, the trailer can detach from the tow vehicle and increase crash risk. Confirm the VIN before towing, then arrange the free coupler inspection and replacement if your trailer is included.
What if I bought this Travel Trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2021-2022 Rugged Mountain Custom Rv Travel Trailer is included, then reference recall number 22V260 when you contact customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V260000 |
|---|---|
| Rugged Mountain Custom Rv customer service | 1-208-468-0576 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V260 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V260000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →