CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
- Risk
- If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.
- 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
The breakaway safety switch on these recreational trailers may not be wired to a constant power source. As a result, the switch can become disconnected from the trailer house battery, so the trailer brakes may not engage if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.
If the brakes cannot engage after a detachment, the trailer may roll away uncontrolled, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and arrange the repair promptly.
The repair is free. Dealers will install a new wiring harness that reroutes the wiring. Forest River will notify owners, and you can also contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410 (recall number 22/30-0824). You can check whether your trailer's VIN has any open recalls and schedule the free repair at an authorized dealer.
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