Forest River – Breakaway Switch Wired Incorrectly

Forest River (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Wildwood, Salem, and 2020 Sonoma travel trailers. The break-away safety switch may not be wired to constant power, which can cause the trailer brakes to not activate in the event of a trailer separation from the tow vehicle.


Report Received Date 09/18/2020
NHTSA ID 20V563000
Consequence Summary If the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2020. Owners may contact Forest customer service at 1-909-873-3777. Forest River's number for this recall is 67A-1230.
Recall Code 67A-1230
Potentially Affected 4397
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V563000)

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