NHTSA Recall 20V049000: Service brakes, electric
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 218 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Forest River Freedom Express.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V049000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 51-1129 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC |
| Report received | January 29, 2020 |
| Owner notification | February 19, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Freedom Express, Salem, Stealth EVO, Vibe, Wildcat Maxx, and Wildwood recreational trailers. The emergency break-away switch may fail.
Safety risk
In the event of trailer separation from the tow vehicle, a failed break-away switch will not apply the trailer's brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the break-away switch, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410 or 1-574-825-8205. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1129.
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 20V049000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Freedom Express | 2020 |
| Forest River Salem | 2020 |
| Forest River Stealth Evo | 2020 |
| Forest River Vibe | 2020 |
| Forest River Wildcat Maxx | 2020 |
| Forest River Wildwood | 2020 |
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.