Recall 26V259 affects 55 2027 Trails West Rpm Freeride recreational trailers for an inverted cooktop flame. Repair is free at any franchised Trails West dealer.
Trails West is recalling 55 2027 Rpm Freeride recreational trailers because the cooktop flame can invert when the furnace is running. An inverted flame raises the risk of a fire, and Trails West dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Contour cook top in the 2027 Trails West Rpm Freeride is a 2-burner LP gas appliance used for cooking inside the recreational trailer. Each burner is supposed to keep its flame above the cooktop surface while the galley furnace below it uses a separate air path. When the cabinet and cooktop housing are sealed correctly, the furnace does not pull air through the cooktop area.
On affected trailers, the cook top housing is not airtight. When the galley furnace in the cabinet below is running, it draws fresh air from the cooktop area instead of staying isolated from it. That airflow pulls the cooktop burner flame downward into the bottom of the cooktop housing. Trails West's repair adds an airtight aluminum pan, which blocks that air path.
Owners can see the problem as an inverted cooktop flame while the furnace is operating. If the flame is being pulled downward instead of staying above the burner, stop using the cooktop and furnace until the trailer is repaired.
Who's affected?
| 2027 Trails West Rpm Freeride | Oven/stove/cooktop |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 55 |
| 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?
An inverted cooktop flame raises the risk of a fire while the cooktop is in use. Until the repair is complete, avoid using the cooktop and contact a Trails West dealer for instructions. Repair is free at any franchised Trails West dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2027 Trails West Rpm Freeride is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Trails West dealer to schedule the free aluminum separator installation that keeps the furnace from inverting the cooktop flame.
- Bring the recall notice if Trails West mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V259 when you call.
- Avoid using the cooktop while the furnace is operating until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Trails West technician installs an aluminum separation between the furnace and the cooktop. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you've already paid out of pocket for this repair before the recall notice, keep the repair paperwork and ask Trails West customer service how to submit documentation under the manufacturer's general reimbursement plan. Trails West customer service is listed at 1-208-852-2200.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 21, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| April 21, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 22, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
| April 22, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 30, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V259?
Recall 26V259 covers 55 2027 Trails West Rpm Freeride recreational trailers with a cooktop flame defect. When the furnace is operating, the cooktop flame can become inverted, increasing fire risk. Dealers will install an aluminum separation between the furnace and cooktop for free.
What should I do if my 2027 Trails West Rpm Freeride is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 26V259. If it is included, contact a Trails West dealer or Trails West customer service at 1-208-852-2200 to schedule the repair. Reference recall 26V259 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Trails West dealers will install the aluminum separation between the furnace and cooktop free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost to the owner.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. In affected 2027 Trails West Rpm Freeride trailers, the cooktop flame can become inverted when the furnace is operating. That flame condition increases the risk of a fire, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V259000 |
|---|---|
| Trails West customer service | 1-208-852-2200 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V259 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V259000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (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 →