NHTSA Recall 19V891000
Filed by Forest River, Inc.. Component: Trailer Hitches. Reported 2019-12-13. An estimated 194 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes. The trailer hitch bolts may not have been properly tightened, which can allow cause the hitch to detach from the chassis.
Risk
If the motorhome is towing a trailer or vehicle, the hitch detaching from the motorhome can increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-1119.
Manufacturer campaign number: 68-1119
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.