Forest River, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V563000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V563000 by Forest River, Inc.. Affecting 2018-2021 wildwood, salem, and 2020 sonoma travel trailers Includes 4,397 affected units, Breakaway Switch Wired Incorrectly, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018-2021 wildwood, salem, and 2020 sonoma travel trailers

Defect Summary

Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018-2021 wildwood, salem, and 2020 sonoma travel trailers. the break-away safety switch may not be wired to constant power, which can cause the trailer brakes to not activate in the event of a trailer separation from the tow vehicle.

Corrective Action

Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. the recall began october 13, 2020. owners may contact forest customer service at 1-909-873-3777. forest river's number for this recall is 67a-1230.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V563000
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-09-18T00:00:00
Subject: Breakaway switch wired incorrectly
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 4,397

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 67A-1230
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018-2021 wildwood, salem, and 2020 sonoma travel trailers. the break-away safety switch may not be wired to constant power, which can cause the trailer brakes to not activate in the event of a trailer separation from the tow vehicle.
Consequence Summary: If the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. the recall began october 13, 2020. owners may contact forest customer service at 1-909-873-3777. forest river's number for this recall is 67a-1230.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 26.22

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NHTSA ID: 20V563000
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Created At: 1742808662
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