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NHTSA Recall 10V460000: Axle assembly (power train)

FOREST RIVER, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 92 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Sandpiper.

92
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2011
owners notified (January 6)
NHTSA campaign10V460000
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY
Report receivedOctober 8, 2010
Owner notificationJanuary 6, 2011
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 sandpiper and sierra trailers equipped with dexter axles. On some axles, cracks could appear in the spindle weld.

Safety risk

These cracks can propagate and cause the spindle to detach from the axle tube, resulting in the separation of the wheel end from the vehicle, creating a road hazard and/or compromising the driver's control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Forest river is working with dexter axle and will inspect the axle serial number and replace it if it falls within the serial number range. Replacement of the axle will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 6, 2011. Owners may contact forest river's warranty department at 1-574-534-3167 or dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Vehicles covered by recall 10V460000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Sandpiper2011
Forest River Sierra2011

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.