Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
FOREST RIVER
Model Of Vehicle
VIBE
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
18V550000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery
Effect Of Defect
If The Trailer Brakes Cannot Engage If The Trailer Detaches From Tow Vehicle, There Would Be An Increased Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20130821
End Of Manufacture
20180813
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5847
Date Owners Notified
20180925
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Date Report Received
20180821
Make Campaign Number
22/30-0824