Forest River Rockwood recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 13, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2018–2019 Forest River, Coachmen — 5 models

Recall number

18V527000

Brand / firm

Forest River, Coachmen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,582 units

Why it was recalled

If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Work and Play and Adrenaline recreational trailers, 2018-2019 Forest River Forester and XLR recreational trailers and 2018 Forest River Rockwood recreational trailers. The awning may deploy while moving.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the awning controller, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2018. Owners may contact Coachmen customer service at 1-574-825-6302, Forester customer service at 1-574-206-7600, Rockwood customer service at 1-574-642-4053, XLR Toyhauler customer service at 1-574-642-0432, or Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514 or recall@lci1.com. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0715.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.