The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Prime Time Crusader and Sanibel fifth wheel travel trailers. The step treads are inadequately secured to the step brackets.
The risk
The step treads may detach from the step bracket, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will install an elevator bolt to properly secure tread to the steps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 49-1523.
Contacts
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.nhtsa.gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Prime Time dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 22V410000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.