StructureRecall 23V-289 · 2022 Forest River Columbus
Forest River, Inc. recall 23V-289 covers 137 2022 Forest River Columbus for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on April 24, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 54% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V289000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Columbus CMF299RL fifth wheel vehicles. The riser tube was not installed between the axle hangers, causing inadequate clearance for the tires.
The risk
Contact with the slide-out adjustment arm may damage or puncture the tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a riser kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1631.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
54%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2 vehicles were listed as unreachable.