Report Date
May 21, 2021
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SERVICE PANEL:BREAKERS/RELAYS
Affected Vehicles
1
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel trailers. The breakaway switch and trailer brakes may not activate when needed due to an incorrectly wired breakaway switch.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the breakaway switch and trailer brakes can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1350.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | FOREST RIVER | COLUMBUS |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.