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NHTSA Recall 19V583000: Escape/egress/exit (structure)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 39 vehicles. It affects 2020 Forest River Columbus.

39
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (September 9)
NHTSA campaign19V583000
Manufacturer campaign410-1071
ComponentSTRUCTURE › EMERGENCY › ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Report receivedAugust 9, 2019
Owner notificationSeptember 9, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Columbus Fifthwheel Trailers. The rear ladder blocks the egress window on the rear wall, preventing the use of the window.

Safety risk

In the event of an emergency, occupants may not be able to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install an egress window, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1071.

Notes

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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 19V583000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Columbus2020

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.