Recall 23V660 affects 50 2024 Coachmen Brookstone, Chaparral, and Phoenix fifth wheel trailers for an incorrect fuse. Free repair at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 50 2024 Brookstone, Chaparral, and Phoenix fifth wheel trailers because the power distribution center was built with the wrong fuse. An incorrect fuse can fail to protect the circuit as intended and increase fire risk, and Coachmen dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The power distribution center in a 2024 Coachmen Brookstone, Chaparral, or Phoenix fifth wheel trailer routes 12V electrical power to protected circuits. A fuse is the small safety link in that path. When current rises above the circuit's rating, the fuse opens the circuit so the wiring and connected parts are not forced to carry too much current.
On affected trailers, the plant installed a 30AMP fuse where a 15AMP 12V fuse was required. The wrong fuse rating changes when the circuit protection reacts. Instead of opening at the intended limit, the 30AMP fuse allows more current through before it cuts power, which leaves the protected wiring and components outside their designed range.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect trailer behavior to confirm the wrong fuse is installed; the issue is found by inspecting the fuse in the power distribution center.
Who's affected?
Covers Brookstone, Chaparral, and Phoenix towable RV lines from the 2024 model year, all tied to the same wiring and fuse component.
| 2024 Coachmen Brookstone | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2024 Coachmen Chaparral | wiring |
| 2024 Shasta Phoenix | wiring |
| Units affected | 50 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
A matching model year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific RV.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect fuse can fail to protect the circuit as intended and increase the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so treat the recall as a reason to schedule the dealer repair soon instead of waiting for a symptom. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Brookstone, Chaparral, or Phoenix fifth wheel is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free recall repair.
- Schedule the power-distribution-center fuse replacement; the dealer installs a 15-AMP 12-Volt fuse so the fuse functions as intended.
- Bring the recall notice if it is available. Reference recall number 23V660 and Coachmen recall 110-1686 when you call.
- Call Coachmen customer service at 1-574-825-7101 with questions about the repair or appointment timing.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician replaces the incorrect fuse in the power distribution center with a 15-AMP 12-Volt fuse. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for a related fuse repair before the recall notice, Forest River's general reimbursement plan on file covers eligible documented expenses. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 29, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 6, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 8, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| November 8, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V660?
Recall 23V660 covers 50 2024 Coachmen Brookstone, Coachmen Chaparral, and Shasta Phoenix fifth wheel trailers with an incorrect fuse in the power distribution center. The wrong fuse can fail to function as intended and increase fire risk. Coachmen dealers will replace the fuse for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Coachmen Brookstone, Coachmen Chaparral, or Shasta Phoenix is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fifth wheel is included in recall 23V660. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the fuse replacement. Reference recall number 23V660 and Forest River recall number 110-1686 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost, and Coachmen dealers will replace the incorrect fuse free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2024 Brookstone, Chaparral, and Phoenix fifth wheel trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. An incorrect fuse in the power distribution center can fail to work as intended, which increases the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair before relying on the affected electrical system.
What if I bought the fifth wheel used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received the October 6, 2023 owner letter, check your VIN and contact a franchised Coachmen dealer with recall number 23V660.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V660000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-7101 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V660 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V660000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (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 →