NHTSA Recall 20V297000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment) and trailer hitches
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 88 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Forest River Surveyor.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V297000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 37-1170 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | May 22, 2020 |
| Owner notification | June 8, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Surveyor Travel Trailers, model SVT296QBLE. The safety chains are insufficient for the trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and may break in the event of the trailer coming unhitched.
Safety risk
If the vehicle trailer becomes detached from the tow-vehicle, the safety chains may break, leading to complete detachment and potential property damage, personal injury or a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and a dealer or service center will replace the safety chains, free of charge. The recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3112. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-1170.
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 20V297000
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.