Continental Cargo Cargo Trailer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 6, 2022

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2021–2022 Continental Cargo Cargo Trailer

Recall number

22V476000

Brand / firm

Continental Cargo, Cargo Mate

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 958 units

Why it was recalled

Safety chain breakage can cause the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cargo Mate Cargo Trailers and Continental Cargo Trailers. The safety chains do not meet the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and could potentially break.

What to do

Dealers will replace the safety chains, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-254-420-0171. Forest River's number for this recall is 700-1530.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.