CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The brake mounting flanges on the torsion axles may be incorrectly oriented, which can result in premature brake failure.
- Risk
- Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the axles or hubs, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640 or Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
- 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
Certain 2019 Forest River recreational trailers have brake mounting flanges on the torsion axles that may be incorrectly oriented. This can cause the brakes to fail prematurely, which increases the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected trailer, contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640 or Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888. Dealers will replace the axles or hubs free of charge. Also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is covered.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Forest River Flagstaff | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Forest River Rockwood | 2019 |