Recall 25V229 affects 23 2025 Coachmen Brookstone fifth wheels for a wastewater vent defect. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 23 2025 Brookstone fifth wheels because the wastewater holding tank pipe is routed in a way that allows sewer gas to enter the cabin. Sewer gas inside the cabin increases the risk of injury, and Coachmen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The black plumbing vent pipe on a 2025 Coachmen Brookstone fifth wheel is part of the wastewater holding tank system. Its job is to route sewer gas from the tank to the outside of the RV, so odors and gases do not collect inside the living area. The pipe has to extend through the vehicle exterior to vent correctly.
On the affected Brookstone trailers, the vent pipe was installed incorrectly during manufacturing. The pipe does not extend to the exterior of the vehicle, so sewer gas from the wastewater holding tank can enter the cabin instead of venting outside. The issue was traced to a manufacturing error tied to the move into a new manufacturing building.
The warning sign is a sewer gas smell inside the fifth wheel. If you notice that odor, treat it as the sign that the black plumbing vent pipe is not routing tank gas outside as intended.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Coachmen Brookstone | Storage tank |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 23 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
Sewer gas inside the cabin increases the risk of injury. Treat a sewer gas smell as a warning sign. Limit time in the cabin, move occupants to fresh air, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Coachmen Brookstone is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free ventilation-pipe extension that routes sewer gas outside the cabin.
- Bring the recall notice if Coachmen has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V229 when you call.
- Keep the cabin aired out and do not occupy it if sewer gas is present until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician extends the wastewater holding tank ventilation pipe so sewer gas vents outside instead of entering the cabin. The inspection and repair are free under the recall. If you already paid for a repair within the scope of this defect, submit the service invoice to Coachmen Fifth Wheels for refund review. Refunds are limited to repairs tied to this recall, so keep the invoice with your service paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 10, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 28, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 20, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| May 20, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 20, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V229?
Recall 25V229 covers 23 2025 Coachmen Brookstone BKF398MBL fifth wheels with a wastewater holding tank ventilation pipe that does not extend to the exterior. Sewer gas can enter the cabin and increase injury risk. Dealers will extend the ventilation pipe for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Coachmen Brookstone is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fifth wheel is included in recall 25V229. If it is, contact an authorized Coachmen dealer to schedule the ventilation pipe extension. Reference Forest River recall number 110-1914 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, and the recall remedy says dealers will extend the ventilation pipe free of charge. Coachmen owners can also contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-7101.
What is the safety risk in recall 25V229?
The safety risk is sewer gas entering the cabin. The affected wastewater holding tank pipe does not extend to the exterior, so gas from the holding tank can move into the living space and increase injury risk. The dealer repair extends the pipe so it vents outside.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V229000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-7101 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V229 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V229000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →