Recall 21V374000: 2021 Forest River Columbus
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 21, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 93
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
Failure of the breakaway switch and trailer brakes can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
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.
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
- 2021 Forest River Columbus
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V374000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 410-1350
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 9, 2021
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring:switches/knobs/buttons (Electrical System); Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:120/240 vac electrical system:service panel:breakers/relays (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