NHTSA Recall 07V514000: Winch (equipment)
FOREST RIVER, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,983 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Flagstaff.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V514000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › WINCH |
| Report received | November 5, 2007 |
| Owner notification | December 3, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain folding camping trailers (fct) equipped with a power winch unit, model p55000, built by carefree of colorado, an incorrect material was used in the manufacture of the cable shafts on some of these power winch units. Under certain circumstances while the folding camping trailer top is being lifted, if the winch is placed into a stall condition, the cable shaft may break prior to the fuse or circuit breaker tripping.
Safety risk
Should the cable shaft break, the fct top could then free-fall into the lower position, possibly resulting in injuries.
Remedy
Forest river is working with carefree of colorado and will install new cable shafts free of charge. The recall began on december 12, 2007. Owners may contact carefree of colorado at 1-800-621-2617 or forest river at 574-389-4615.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V514000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.