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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 18V550📅 Aug 24, 2018

2014–2019 Forest River Rainier & 2014–2019 Forest River Salem + 3 more recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.

💥 The risk

If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.

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
18V550000
Manufacturer recall #
22/30-0824
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Vehicles affected
5,847
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 25, 2018
Built
Aug 21, 2013 – Aug 13, 2018
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 18V550 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 18V550?

2014–2019 Forest River Rainier & 2014–2019 Forest River Salem + 3 more. 5,847 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

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