Forest River Flagstaff recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 2, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2019–2020 Forest River Flagstaff, Arctic Wolf

Recall number

19V570000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,809 units

Why it was recalled

The incorrect bolts may allow the rotating pin box to rotate in two places, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Flagstaff and Cherokee Arctic Wolf recreational trailers equipped with MORyde Orbital or You Turn Rubber Pin Box Wedge Kits. The pin boxes may have been equipped with bolts 1-3/4" in length when they should be equipped with 2" long bolts.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact MORyde customer service at 1-574-293-1581 or Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8954 (Flagstaff) or 1-260-499-2100 (Cherokee). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1065.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.