Forest River Wildwood recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 8, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2019 Forest River Wildwood, Salem

Recall number

18V386000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 152 units

Why it was recalled

If the axle contacts the chassis, it could result in axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Salem and Wildwood recreational trailers. These vehicles are equipped with an axle equalizer that can allow the axle to contact the chassis.

What to do

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the axle equalizer kit with a taller equalizer kit, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4058. Forest River's number for this recall is 72-0753.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.