Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerRecall 22V-143 · East To West and Forest River vehicles

Forest River, Inc. recall 22V-143 covers 645 East To West and Forest River vehicles for a equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer problem, reported to NHTSA on March 11, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 62% of affected vehicles repaired.

62%
Vehicles repaired398 of 645 · 2024 Q1
Vehicles affected6454 models
ReportedMar 11, 2022Owners notified Mar 31, 2022
Complaints since3Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V143000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Vibe, and XLR Boost Toy Hauler travel trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.

The risk

Trailer separation from a tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the coupler as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2022. Owners may contact the following customer service numbers: Forest River 1-574-825-4995; East to West Della Terra & Silver Lake 1-574-264-6664; Vibe 1-574-296-2084; and XLR 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1488.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

62%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2022 Q12024 Q1