Recall 19V481000: 2019–2020 Forest River FR3, 2019–2020 Forest River Georgetown

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 21, 2019
Vehicles affected
688
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes. The slim-rack slide out mechanisms may activate unintentionally, moving the slide room in or out unexpectedly.

The risk

If the slide-room extends or retracts unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of injury.

The fix

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide a new controller and switch for the slideout mechanism, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 31, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-0991.

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
19V481000
Manufacturer campaign
68-0991
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Owner letters
Jul 23, 2019
Components
Equipment (Other / Unknown)

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