Recall 23V738 affects 2,235 2018-2024 Coachmen Adrenaline and Work And Play trailers for non-reflective side marker lights. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 2,235 2018-2024 Adrenaline and Work And Play fifth wheels and travel trailers because the side marker lights do not reflect light as intended. That can reduce the trailer's visibility to other drivers and increase crash risk; Coachmen dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The side marker lights on 2018-2024 Coachmen Adrenaline and Work And Play trailers are the small lamps along the side of the trailer. They mark the trailer's length and position so other drivers can see it from the side, especially in low light. A reflex reflector works with those lamps by bouncing another vehicle's headlights back toward that driver.
On affected trailers, the red and amber marker lamps were installed without the separate reflex reflector sticker they were meant to use. The lamp still lights up, but it does not reflect light as intended when another vehicle's headlights hit the trailer. That makes the trailer harder for other drivers to see from the side.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not hear a noise, feel a change while towing, or see a dashboard warning for this problem. The issue is visible only by checking whether the marker lamps have the required reflex reflector installed with them.
Who's affected?
Covers Adrenaline and Work And Play trailers across the 2018-2024 model years, all using the same red marker lamp.
| 2024 Coachmen Adrenaline | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2022 Coachmen Adrenaline | Exterior lighting |
| 2021 Coachmen Adrenaline | Exterior lighting |
| 2022 Forest River Work And Play | Exterior lighting |
| 2020 Forest River Work And Play | Exterior lighting |
| 2021 Forest River Work And Play | Exterior lighting |
| 2023 Forest River Work And Play | Exterior lighting |
| 2023 Coachmen Adrenaline | Exterior lighting |
| 2019 Coachmen Adrenaline | Exterior lighting |
| 2020 Coachmen Adrenaline | Exterior lighting |
| 2024 Forest River Work And Play | Exterior lighting |
| 2018 Coachmen Adrenaline | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 2,235 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Non-reflective side marker lights make the trailer less visible to other drivers and increase crash risk. There is no warning sign listed for this defect, so schedule the recall 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 2018-2024 Coachmen Adrenaline or Work And Play trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free reflector-sticker installation that restores side-marker visibility.
- Bring the recall notice if Coachmen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V738 when you call.
- Use extra caution when towing until the repair is complete, since non-reflective side marker lights make the trailer harder for other drivers to see.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician installs reflector stickers so the trailer's side marker areas reflect light as intended. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Even if you already paid for related work, the recall still needs to be inspected or completed so Coachmen can confirm the correct parts and procedure were used. Forest River offers reimbursement review for previously paid repairs tied to this same defect. Send the service invoice to Forest River's Warranty Manager for refund review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 3, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 5, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 13, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| December 13, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 13, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 13, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V738?
Recall 23V738 covers 2,235 2018-2024 Coachmen Adrenaline and Work And Play fifth wheels and travel trailers with side marker lights that do not reflect light as intended. That can make the trailer harder for other drivers to see. Dealers will install reflector stickers for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2024 Coachmen Adrenaline or Work And Play is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V738. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the reflector-sticker installation. Reference recall number 23V738 and Forest River recall number 320-1697 when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the recall repair to be performed at no cost. For recall 23V738, dealers will install the reflector stickers free of charge at a franchised Coachmen dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced trailer visibility. Non-reflective side marker lights can make it harder for other drivers to see the trailer, which raises crash risk. The dealer repair adds reflector stickers so the trailer has the required side marker reflection.
When were owners notified about recall 23V738?
Coachmen owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2023. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN instead of relying on the mail record. The VIN decides whether the free repair applies.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V738000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-6302 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V738 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V738000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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