---
title: "18V-545 recall: Coachmen Freedom Express"
kind: "recall"
source: "nhtsa"
campaignId: "18V-545"
url: "https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/18V-545"
markdownUrl: "https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/18V-545.md"
---

# 18V-545 recall: Coachmen Freedom Express

These are official NHTSA recalls. A model year on a campaign is not proof a VIN is included. Owner reports are not included.

**Campaign:** 18V-545
**Manufacturer:** Forest River, Inc.
**Component:** ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
**Filed:** August 17, 2018
**NHTSA:** https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V545

## The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers.  The break-away safety switch was not wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery and cause the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.

## The safety risk

If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

## The remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will correct the break-away safety switch wiring, free of charge.  The recall began September 11, 2018.  Owners may contact Coachmen Freedom Express customer service at 1-574-825-8657. Forest River's number for this recall is 220/320-0825.


## Rigs named in this campaign

A model year on this list is not proof a VIN is included.

- 2019 Coachmen Freedom Express: [year page](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/coachmen/freedom-express/2019) · [markdown](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/coachmen/freedom-express/2019.md)


HTML page: https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/18V-545