NHTSA Recall 21V059000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 53 vehicles. It affects 2021 Forest River Wildcat.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V059000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22-1289 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | February 8, 2021 |
| Owner notification | February 22, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Wildcat Travel Trailer models WCT247RXX-OR and WCT276FKX-OR. The safety chains do not meet the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and could potentially break.
Safety risk
Safety chain breakage could cause the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the safety chains with correctly rated safety chains, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22-1189.
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 21V059000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Wildcat | 2021 |
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.