Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

21V059000

ManufacturerForest River, Inc.Reported2021-02-08Affected53 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Wildcat Travel Trailer models WCT247RXX-OR and WCT276FKX-OR. The safety chains do not meet the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and could potentially break.

Risk

Safety chain breakage could cause the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the safety chains with correctly rated safety chains, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22-1189.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

1 entry
  • Forest River