2020 Coachmen Catalina problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2020 Coachmen Catalina — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2020 compare to other Catalina years?

Catalina NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2020 Coachmen Catalina have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V111000OtherFebruary 21, 2025 · 1,833 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2025 Coachmen Catalina, 2020-2025 Aurora, and 2025 Puma travel trailers. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the Federal placard may exceed the safety chain rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."

Consequence

An incorrect weight rating may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will mail owners a corrected Federal Placard with application instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 5745-825-4995, and Puma customer service at 1-574-642-0588. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1895.

22V477000Electrical SystemJuly 6, 2022 · 12,141 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Coachmen Catalina, and 2021-2022 Forest River Aurora travel trailers. The breakaway switch may be incorrectly wired to the battery disconnect, which can prevent the trailer brakes from activating as intended.

Consequence

Trailer brakes that fail to activate can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and re-wire the breakaway switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-6241. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1529.

19V639000OtherAugust 30, 2019 · 41 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Catalina Travel Trailers. The fasteners securing the upper sleeping bunks may be too short, which can allow the bunk to fall.

Consequence

If the upper bunk collapses with an occupant in the top or bottom bunk it can increase risk of an injury.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fasteners to secure the bunk, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8657. Forest River's number for this recall is 205-1079.

2020 Coachmen Catalina — common questions

Is the 2020 Coachmen Catalina reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Coachmen Catalina have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Coachmen Catalina. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2020 compare to other Catalina years?

Does the 2020 Coachmen Catalina have recalls?

2020 Coachmen Catalina — common questions

Is the 2020 Coachmen Catalina reliable?

Does the 2020 Coachmen Catalina have recalls?

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