Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2022 Salem and Wildwood fifth wheel trailers
— Recall Campaign #21V745000
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Salem and Wildwood fifth wheel trailers. The Federal Placard lists a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) that exceeds the load carrying capacity of the pin box, which could result in an overloaded pin box.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 61 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V745000
| Manufacturer: | Forest River, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 24, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V745000 |
| Units affected: | 61 |
- Description:
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Salem and Wildwood fifth wheel trailers. The Federal Placard lists a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) that exceeds the load carrying capacity of the pin box, which could result in an overloaded pin box.
- Consequeces:
- An overloaded pin box can fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Forest River will mail owners a new Federal Placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1423.
- 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.