CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 East to West Tandara and Blackthorn fifth wheels. The rear ladder may not be anchored properly in the rear wall, which can allow the ladder to detach.
- Risk
- A ladder that detaches can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new ladder that mounts to the roof, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-264-6664. Forest River's number for this recall is 500-1678.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rear ladder on certain fifth wheel trailers may not be anchored properly to the rear wall. Over time, this can allow the ladder to come loose and detach from the vehicle, which increases the risk of injury.
If you own an affected unit, a dealer will install a new ladder that mounts to the roof, and the repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in October 2023. You can also contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-264-6664 and reference recall number 500-1678.
Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your unit is affected, and contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free repair.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| East TO West Blackthorn | 2024 |
|---|---|
| East TO West Tandara | 2024 |