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- SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may be improperly wired, and as a result, the trailer brakes will not apply in the event that the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle.
- Risk
- The trailer's inability to apply the brakes in the event of a separation can increase the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to maintain the supply of power to the brake system, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10B-0943.
- 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 break-away safety switch on certain trailers may be improperly wired. If the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle, its electric brakes will not apply, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Forest River will notify owners of affected trailers. Authorized dealers will install a new wiring harness to keep power supplied to the brake system, and the repair is free of charge. Owners can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640 and reference recall number 10B-0943. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Forest River Flagstaff | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Forest River Rockwood | 2019 |