Recall 21V378000: 2021 Forest River Sandpiper, 2021 Forest River Sierra
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 24, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 18
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Sierra and Sandpiper Fifth Wheel and Travel Trailers. The bolts that hold the floor to the chassis were improperly tightened.
The risk
Improperly tightened bolts could cause the trailer body to detach from the chassis, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the bolts to the chassis outriggers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4574. Forest River's number for this recall is 03-1347.
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 Sandpiper
- 2021 Forest River Sierra
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V378000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 03-1347
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 9, 2021
- Components
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer (Other / Unknown); Structure:frame and members (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