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Forest River R-Pod Recall 20V763: Sewer Pipe Can Drop and Become a Road Hazard

NHTSA campaign 20V763, reported December 10, 2020, 2,828 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The sewer termination bracket on certain travel trailers may fail. When it does, the black water plumbing can drag on the ground or come off completely.

If the plumbing detaches, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should stop relying on the bracket and have the trailer inspected as soon as possible.

Forest River will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a new securement bracket at no cost. You can call Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119, option 2, and check your 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 20V763Forest River, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:SEWAGE/BLACK:PIPE/FITTINGS
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RPOD travel trailers. The sewer termination bracket may fail, causing the plumbing to drag on the ground or to detach completely.
Risk
If the plumbing were to detach, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new securement bracket, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119, option 2. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1265.
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 R-Pod201820192020