Trailer frames missing reinforcements
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2013-2014 coachmen freedom express recreational trailers. the frames on these vehicles may not have had reinforcement stiffeners welded onto the exterior i-beam in the axle area, allowing the axles to be misaligned.
Safety Consequence
Misaligned axles can affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and the frame manufacturer will inspect the trailer for frame reinforcements, installing them as necessary and secure the axle mountings, free of charge. the recall began on october 24, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-825-8205, or lippert components customer service at 1-574-537-8900. forest river's number for this recall is 220-0529.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Forest River, Inc. or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 17V611000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V611000?
NHTSA recall 17V611000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on October 2, 2017. It addresses: Trailer frames missing reinforcements. The recall affects approximately 594 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V611000 or the manufacturer campaign number 220-0529. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.