Recall 25V728 affects 8 2026 Coachmen Catalina travel trailers because a chassis outrigger can puncture a tire. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 8 2026 Catalina travel trailers because the chassis outrigger can contact and puncture a tire. A punctured tire can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk, and Coachmen dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The road side outrigger on a 2026 Coachmen Catalina is a frame support that extends out from the chassis toward the trailer body. Its job is to help support the structure while staying clear of the tire as the suspension moves. The tire needs open space above and around it when the trailer hits bumps or carries load.
On affected Catalina travel trailers, a manufacturing print change moved that outrigger into the tire's jounce zone, which is the space the tire travels through when the suspension compresses. When the tire moves upward, the outrigger can contact the tire. That contact can cut or puncture the tire instead of leaving it free to flex and rotate.
There is no warning sign before failure. The tire and outrigger are close enough that the first sign can be tire damage after the suspension compresses.
Who's affected?
Coachmen identifies the road-side outrigger as the shared part tied to the body structure and tire concern.
| 2026 Coachmen Catalina | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2026 Coachmen Catalina | tire |
| Units affected | 8 |
| 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?
A tire puncture can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the tire is damaged, so avoid unnecessary trips until the spacing repair is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Coachmen Catalina is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free outrigger-trim repair that keeps the chassis outrigger from contacting and puncturing the tire.
- Reference recall number 25V728 when you call, and ask the dealer whether the trailer is still in manufacturer control or ready for pickup.
- Inspect the tire and frame area before towing, and stop if you see tire contact damage or pressure loss.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician trims the chassis outrigger so it has proper spacing from the tire. The repair is free under the recall, with parts and labor covered. Forest River says all affected trailers are still under manufacturer control, so owner letters are not needed. If you already paid for an outrigger or tire damage repair tied to this recall, ask Coachmen service or Forest River customer service how the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan handles documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 24, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 27, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 3, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| December 3, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V728?
Recall 25V728 covers 8 2026 Coachmen Catalina travel trailers where a chassis outrigger can contact and puncture a tire. A punctured tire can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. Dealers will trim the outrigger for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Coachmen Catalina is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included in recall 25V728. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer and ask for the outrigger spacing repair. Reference recall number 25V728 and manufacturer recall number 103-1999 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and the remedy for this recall is free. A dealer will trim the chassis outrigger to ensure proper spacing from the tire.
Is it safe to tow my Coachmen Catalina before the recall repair?
The risk is a tire puncture that can cause loss of vehicle control. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before using the trailer. Ask the dealer for guidance if the trailer must be moved for service.
Will Coachmen mail owner letters for this recall?
No owner letters are needed for this recall. Forest River reported that all affected vehicles are still in manufacturer control, so the repair path is through the dealer process before delivery. Your VIN still decides whether the trailer is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V728000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-4995 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V728 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V728000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →