Forest River Wildwood recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 25, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

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

Recall number

18V428000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 110 units

Why it was recalled

If the trailer does not brake when it becomes detached from the tow vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Wildwood and Salem recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may have been improperly wired such that it is not connected to a constant power source, thereby possibly preventing the trailer brakes from automatically applying if the trailer were to separate from the tow vehicle.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4058. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-0764.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.