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2018-2020 Forest River Cascade and Forest River Cherokee recall: trailer hitches

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 25, 2019. It covers about 328 vehicles.

vehicles affected
328
reported
Nov 25, 2019
owners notified
Feb 17, 2020

Trailer hitches

What is wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Cascade and Cherokee travel trailers. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle exceeds the GVWR of the trailer hitch coupler, potentially resulting in the coupler failing and the trailer detaching.
Risk
A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and dealers will replace the coupler, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑260‑499‑2100 or 1‑541‑995‑3447. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-1114.

Recall number 19V844000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 19V844000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2020 Forest River Cascade and Forest River Cherokee trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 19V844000, reported on November 25, 2019, covers about 328 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V844000?

Forest River will notify owners and dealers will replace the coupler, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑260‑499‑2100 or 1‑541‑995‑3447. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-1114.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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