2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite recalls and problems
The 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Coachmen dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite recalls
Recall 22V-813: Equipment, Structure
Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Shasta Phoenix, Coachmen Brookstone, and 2019-2022 Coachmen Chaparral, and Chaparral Lite fifth wheels. The floating cross-member may not be installed correctly and fail to retain the holding tanks, causing the holding tanks to become dislodged.
Risk: A tank that becomes dislodged during transit increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and relocate the cross-member as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-7101. Forest River's number for this recall is 110-1561.
Recall 19V-476: Equipment, Electrical System
Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Coachmen Chapparal, Chapparal Lite, Chapparal X-Lite and Shasta Phoenix recreational trailers. The outside kitchen may be equipped with a standard outlet receptacle and not a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected outlet.
Risk: If the outside kitchen receptacles are not GFCI protected, occupants may be electrically shocked, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace a standard 110V outlet in the exterior kitchen with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) one. The recall is expected to begin July 31, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8360. Forest River's number for this recall is 110-1035.
2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 1 |
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite: 22V-813 (equipment, structure), 19V-476 (equipment, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Coachmen Chaparral Lite?
Owners report equipment problems most often (1 reports).
Are Coachmen recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Coachmen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.