CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River East to West travel trailers, model 27KNS. Incorrect axle shackles may have been installed on these vehicles, allowing the tires to contact the floor or wheel well while moving.
- Risk
- If the tires contact a part of the trailer, they may be damaged and fail, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a taller equalizer to the suspension to add length to the shackle, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-264-6664 extension 50008. Forest River's number for this recall is 500-0856.
- 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
Incorrect axle shackles may have been installed on certain 2019 travel trailers, allowing the tires to contact the floor or wheel well while the trailer is moving.
If the tires rub against a part of the trailer, they can be damaged and may fail, which could cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Forest River will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will install a taller equalizer to the suspension to add length to the shackle, free of charge. Owners can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-264-6664, extension 50008, referencing recall number 500-0856. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Forest River East TO West | 2019 |
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