Forest River Vibe recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 21, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2014–2019 Forest River — 5 models

Recall number

18V550000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,847 units

Why it was recalled

If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.