Forest River Avenger recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 8, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2021 Forest River Avenger

Recall number

20V330000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 73 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicle trailer becomes detached from the tow-vehicle, the safety chains may break, leading to complete detachment and potential property damage, personal injury or a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Prime Time Avenger travel trailers. The safety chains that help prevent a total trailer separation may have been incorrectly attached to the trailer.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and a dealer or service center will install the missing safety chain attaching hardware, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1163.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.