Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assemblyRecall 24V-265 · Forest River vehicles
Forest River, Inc. recall 24V-265 covers 100 Forest River vehicles for a trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on April 12, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V265000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Cardinal and Wildcat Fifth Wheels trailers. The operator may utilize the rear towing hitch without locking the turning point fifth wheel hitch into the "Conventional Transport" position.
The risk
Towing while in a different position can cause the upper front structure to break and the pin box to separate from the vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a warning label to the hitch and rear wall of the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-296-7700. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-1755.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.