Forest River Flagstaff recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 19, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2020 Forest River Flagstaff

Recall number

19V827000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 9 units

Why it was recalled

Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Rockwood RLF8298KS and Flagstaff FLF8529RLS recreational trailers. Due to improper tire clearance, the tire may contact the steel chassis outrigger, possibly resulting in tire failure.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new outrigger to achieve the proper tire clearance, and damaged tires will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8954. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-1116.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.