CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Cross Trail motorhomes. The ladder receiver may have been incorrectly installed without the backer, which can cause the ladder to detach.
- Risk
- A ladder that detaches while in use increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and relocate the ladder as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 574-825-8409 or 574-825-8487. Forest River's number for this recall is 215-1800.
- 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 ladder receiver on certain motorhomes may have been installed without the required backer. Over time, this can allow the ladder to come loose from its mount while it is being used.
A ladder that detaches during use can cause a fall or other injury. Owners should avoid using the ladder until the issue has been checked by a dealer.
Authorized dealers will inspect the ladder receiver and relocate the ladder if necessary, at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2024. For questions, contact Forest River customer service at 574-825-8409 or 574-825-8487, referencing recall number 215-1800. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Coachmen Cross Trail | 20242025 |
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