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Forest River Shasta Recall 19V727: Rear axle may contact chassis, risking loss of control

NHTSA campaign 19V727, reported October 11, 2019, 44 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2020 Shasta trailers may have been built with an axle hanger of the wrong length. While the trailer is moving, the axle can contact the chassis, which can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and raises the risk of a crash.

Forest River will notify owners of affected trailers, and an authorized dealer will replace the equalizers at no cost to you. If you own a 2020 Shasta Oasis trailer, you can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-528-8717, referencing recall number 53-1100. You can also check your trailer's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V727Forest River, Inc.
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Shasta Oasis SST30QB and SST31OK trailers. The trailers may have been built with an incorrect length axle hanger, allowing the axle to contact the chassis while moving.
Risk
If the axle hanger contacts the chassis, it can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-528-8717. Forest River's number for this recall is 53-1100.
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.

Affected vehicles

Forest River Shasta2020