Recall 18V234000: 2018–2019 Forest River FR3, 2018–2019 Forest River Georgetown

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Apr 12, 2018
Vehicles affected
597
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Forest River FR3 and Georgetown recreational vehicles. The entry door latch may not engage fully, allowing the door to open unexpectedly while moving.

The risk

If the entry door opens unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install shims between the entry door frame and the wall frame, two additional screws will be added through the entry door frame to secure the door frame to the sidewall frame and will verify that the entry door latch pawl is properly contacting the striker bolt, if required the dealer will adjust the striker bolt, at no charge to the owner. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-0700.

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
18V234000
Manufacturer campaign
68-0700
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Owner letters
May 9, 2018
Components
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch (Body & Structure); Structure:body:door (Body & Structure)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology