Recall 23V289000: 2022 Forest River Columbus
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 24, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 137
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Columbus CMF299RL fifth wheel vehicles. The riser tube was not installed between the axle hangers, causing inadequate clearance for the tires.
The risk
Contact with the slide-out adjustment arm may damage or puncture the tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a riser kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1631.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2022 Forest River Columbus
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V289000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 410-1631
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Owner letters
- May 18, 2023
- Components
- Structure (Body & Structure); Tires (Wheels & Tires)
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