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- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:FURNACE
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Prime Time Crusader and Sanibel recreational trailers. A bracket used to secure the furnace in place may be missing, allowing the furnace to shift, possibly resulting in the fresh air intake and the furnace exhaust tubes being misaligned with the furnace.
- Risk
- If the tubes are misaligned, carbon monoxide could enter the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of illness or death. Additionally, flames may escape the furnace during start up, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to secure the furnace, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 48-0600.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A bracket that secures the furnace in certain 2018 Prime Time recreational trailers may be missing. Without it, the furnace can shift, which may misalign the fresh air intake and furnace exhaust tubes.
If the tubes are misaligned, carbon monoxide could enter the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of illness or death. Flames may also escape the furnace during startup, increasing the risk of a fire.
Forest River will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a securing bracket for the furnace free of charge. Owners can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025 and reference recall number 48-0600. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Prime Time Crusader | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Prime Time Sanibel | 2018 |