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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 15V553📅 Sep 2, 2015

2016 Shasta Airflyte recall: windows, wipers & mirrors

⚠️ What's wrong

Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is realling certain model year 2016 Shasta Airflyte 16 and Shasta Airflyte 19 trailers manufactured September 26, 2014 to August 17, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the rear exit window glass may come loose and fall out due to poor adhesion.

💥 The risk

If the rear window glass detaches, it could fall onto the road and be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers to verify that the windows are properly secured. Any window that fails the inspection process will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 22, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8717. Forest River's number for this recall is 53-08282015-0081.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
15V553000
Manufacturer recall #
53-08282015-0081
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Vehicles affected
1,736
Component
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 22, 2015
Built
Sep 26, 2014 – Aug 17, 2015
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 15V553 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 15V553?

2016 Shasta Airflyte. 1,736 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Shasta dealer to book the free repair.