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2026 Coachmen Catalina problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2026 Coachmen Catalina — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

0

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2026 compare to other Catalina years?

Catalina NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted12 complaints1991: 1 complaints1995: 6 complaints1996: 2 complaints1999: 6 complaints2000: 6 complaints2001: 12 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 1 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 1 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 3 complaints2013: 1 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 3 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 3 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Catalina NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2026 Coachmen Catalina have recalls?

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

25V728000Body & StructureOctober 24, 2025 · 8 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Coachmen Catalina travel trailers. The chassis outrigger may contact and puncture the tire.

Consequence

A punctured tire can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will trim the outrigger to ensure proper spacing, free of charge. All vehicles are still in manufacturer control so no owner letters are needed. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 103-1999.

25V682000Electrical SystemOctober 10, 2025 · 20,305 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Forest River Aurora, Coachmen Catalina, 2026 Coachmen Viking, Coachmen Clipper, 2016-2026 Wildwood, and Salem recreational trailers. The distribution panel wire may be connected to the battery without over current protection.

Consequence

Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will relocate the distribution panel wire to the correct side of the breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 205-1987.

2026 Coachmen Catalina — common questions

Is the 2026 Coachmen Catalina reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2026 Coachmen Catalina have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2026 Coachmen Catalina. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.