Rear ladder may detach
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2024 east to west tandara and blackthorn fifth wheels. the rear ladder may not be anchored properly in the rear wall, which can allow the ladder to detach.
Safety Consequence
A ladder that detaches can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new ladder that mounts to the roof, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed october 16, 2023. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-264-6664. forest river's number for this recall is 500-1678.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Forest River, Inc. or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 23V648000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V648000?
NHTSA recall 23V648000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on September 22, 2023. It addresses: Rear ladder may detach. The recall affects approximately 46 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 23V648000 or the manufacturer campaign number 500-1678. 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.